Social protection

Group Provident Insurance

When an employee falls seriously ill, their pay drops and they count on you. Group provident insurance (cover that tops up their income) takes over.

What it covers

Sick leave

An employee is off and Social Security only covers part of it. Provident insurance tops up their pay.

Disability

An employee can no longer work as before. They receive an annuity to keep their standard of living.

Death

An employee dies. Their family receives a lump sum, with help toward funeral costs.

Loss of autonomy (optional)

An employee becomes dependent and needs daily help. A monthly annuity tops up public support.

What it does not cover

  • If an employee causes their own time off on purpose, nothing is paid.
  • If a known illness was not disclosed at enrollment, it can be excluded.

Who is it for?

You have employees

It is mandatory for your managers and strongly advised for everyone else.

Your industry has a collective agreement

Many agreements set a minimum level you have to meet.

You want to keep your talent

Solid social protection is a real argument to attract and retain people.

Frequently asked questions

Is it mandatory?

Yes for managers. For others it depends on your collective agreement, but a good policy goes beyond the minimum.

How is it different from health insurance?

Health insurance reimburses your medical costs. Provident insurance replaces lost pay during sick leave or disability.

How does it work for taxes?

The share you pay as an employer is deductible, within legal limits. Ask your accountant about your case.

Can I change policy along the way?

Yes, under certain conditions. Lesto handles the whole transition for you.

Your program deserves to be calibrated to your reality.

One conversation is enough to identify your gaps and offer something better.