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FALL EDITION
A Message from the Board of Trustees
Dear Members,
As the colours of fall transform the landscape, it feels like the perfect time to introduce some exciting changes of our own. Alongside our updated logo, we’re proud to unveil our new website www.ua67benefits.ca which reflects our commitment to growth, progress, and staying connected with you. The redesigned website offers a more organized and user-friendly
experience. You can now easily:
- Find information about your benefits;
- Learn how the Welfare and Pension Plans work;
- Download benefits booklets and claim forms;
- Read the latest communications and newsletters.
In addition to the improved navigation through the menu tabs, you can also use the search bar to quickly locate what you need. We invite you to explore the new site and take advantage of the helpful resources available. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Benefits Office. Their team is ready to assist you!
We’d like to take this opportunity to welcome John Noseworthy to the Board of Trustees. John joined the United Association in 2007 and currently works as the Supervisor of Welding and Training at Local 67. With nearly 18 years in the trade, he’s built a career around helping members grow their skills and mentoring the next generation of welders. We’re wishing him all the best as he takes on this new role!
We hope this season has given you many reasons to be thankful. Wishing you a wonderful Fall!
Sincerely,
Steve Foffano, Chairman
Ross French, Secretary
Frank Benincasa
Nathan Bergstrand
Nathan Bergstrand
Les Ellerker
Dave Marcus
Bill Stanger
Candidate Trustee
Braedan McIntryre
2025 Fraud Prevention Institute for Employee Benefit Plans
Barrington Price attended the Fraud Prevention Conference in Chicago last July and was the moderator for the session Plan Fraud Insurance: Key Considerations for Protection. In addition to exploring the evolving role of artificial intelligence in fraud schemes, the conference featured thought provoking discussions on strategies to mitigate the risk of plan fraud. As trustees, we share the responsibility of safeguarding our plans and ensuring that strong preventative measures are put in place.
On September 8, 2025, GreenShield partnered with FYihealth group, Canada’s largest doctor-led vision care network. Plan members now have expanded access to high-quality vision care and exclusive savings.
What this means for GreenShield members:
- Broad access nationwide – More than 370 locations across Canada through FYidoctors,
- Solis Optics, BonLook, and Visique in Quebec.
- 20% off regular priced glasses – complete pairs (frames and lenses) and sunglasses
- 10% off regular priced contact lenses – all brands and types available
- 10% off Lifestyle package – complete frame and lens packages starting at $169
- Easy booking – Convenient access through GreenShield+ to FYihealth group’s exclusive
- member site, or book directly at any participating location.
Friendly Reminder
Any unused portion of the maximum amount granted in the HCSA will not roll forward to the next calendar year. Claims for 2025 must be received by GreenShield before January 31, 2026.
Did you Know…?
When submitting claims online, you can choose to have any unpaid amount from medical claims sent to your Health Care Spending Account. Go to app.greenshieldplus.ca/claims/submit/begin and select the option below.
- To check your HCSA balance visit https://app.greenshieldplus.ca/claims/submit/hcsa/begin
- To set up direct deposit for your payments visit https://app.greenshieldplus.ca/account/payment
UA Local 67 Benefits
195 Dartnall Road, Suite 102 – Hamilton ON
905-387-5861
info@ua67benefits.ca (previously local67@reliableadmin.com)
Office hours:
Monday – Thursday 9 am to 5 pm | Friday 9 am to 4pm