New infographic illustrates the effects of climate change on employee health and productivity

July 08, 2025

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Canada is experiencing more frequent wildfires and air quality advisories than ever. Climate-related events like these are increasingly affecting employees’ physical and mental health. To help you support your Clients, we’ve created an infographic highlighting the effects of climate change on employee health and productivity, as well as how group benefits plans can help. This insight is based on our recent study of Canadian employees and employers, conducted in partnership with Environics Research.

  • Key findings show that over 50% of employees report that climate change has already affected their health, with many reporting impacts to their work and productivity.

Help your Clients take action

Employers can begin to take proactive steps now to address climate-related health issues in the workplace. Group benefits plans are ideally positioned to support employees and help build a more resilient workforce. We invite you to download our infographic. It’s a great start to learn more about this important issue, and the steps that can be taken to support your Clients and their employees.

Questions? We’re here to help.

Please contact your Sun Life Group Benefits representative.