Group Benefits for Burlington Businesses
Locally-based in Burlington, AEC Benefits delivers group health, dental, and disability plans tailored to the construction and trades industry across the city and Halton Region.
Group Benefits for Burlington Businesses
Burlington is one of Southern Ontario's fastest-growing mid-size cities — home to thousands of small and medium-sized businesses, a thriving trades community, and a construction sector that never slows down. Whether you're a general contractor building new subdivisions near Aldershot, a mechanical firm servicing the Lakeshore corridor, or a small office team in the Appleby GO corridor, your employees deserve benefits that work as hard as they do. AEC Benefits is based right here in Burlington, so we understand the local market, local carriers, and what Burlington employers actually need.
Burlington sits at the intersection of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas, giving local employers access to a broad labour pool — but also intense competition for talent. A competitive group benefits package is one of the most effective retention tools available to Burlington contractors and trades businesses, especially as the city continues to grow with major residential and commercial development along Appleby Line, Fairview Street, and the new Aldershot GO transit corridor.
Why Burlington Businesses Choose AEC
- AEC Benefits office is located at 769 Old York Rd — Burlington is our home market
- We know Burlington permit timelines, seasonal project cycles, and local carrier response times
- Direct relationships with Canada Life, Manulife, Sun Life and others mean Burlington clients get competitive pricing without middleman markups
- Same-day quote turnaround for Burlington businesses — no waiting for approvals from a distant regional office
Official municipal resource:
City of BurlingtonBurlington Local Context: Burlington has one of the highest concentrations of construction trade licences per capita in Halton Region, with ongoing growth in residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects driving consistent demand for a stable, qualified workforce.
Serving Burlington — From the Ground Up
Spencer Smith Park & Waterfront
Burlington's waterfront along Lake Ontario — anchored by Spencer Smith Park — is home to many of the city's longest-established service businesses and trades contractors who maintain the commercial properties, marinas, and event venues that define the area.
Royal Botanical Gardens Corridor
The Royal Botanical Gardens area in north Burlington borders Waterdown and the Niagara Escarpment, a zone of active residential construction and landscape trades. Many of our Burlington clients operate crews along this corridor.
What's Covered in a Burlington Group Plan
Plans are customized to your business — these are the most common coverage types for Burlington employers.
Extended Health & Dental
Prescriptions, paramedical services, vision, and full dental coverage for employees and their families.
Short & Long-Term Disability
Income replacement when an employee cannot work due to illness or injury — critical for trades workers.
Life & Critical Illness Insurance
Financial protection for employees and their families in the event of death or serious diagnosis.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mental health support, counselling, and wellness resources included at no extra cost with most plans.
Travel Insurance
Out-of-province and out-of-country emergency medical coverage — increasingly expected by employees.
WSIB-Compliant Coverage
Plans structured to complement your Ontario WSIB obligations — not duplicate or conflict with them.
Common Questions from Burlington Employers
How much does group benefits cost for a Burlington construction company?
Most Burlington construction firms with 3–10 employees pay between $150 and $350 per employee per month depending on coverage levels. We provide a no-obligation quote within 24 hours.
Can I get group benefits for a small Burlington trades company with 2 employees?
Yes. Several of our carrier partners offer plans starting at 2 enrolled employees. Contact us and we will match you with the right carrier for your team size.
Ready to offer your Burlington team real benefits?
Get a free, no-obligation quote within 24 hours. No pushy sales, no hidden fees — just clear options for your business.
Serving Burlington from our Burlington office — (905) 320-4123 · info@aecbenefits.ca