Benefits are different company to company. When you start a job, you need to know the pay rate and the benefits. Sometimes you will hear a benefit referred to as a "perk".
Hmmm....
In one organization, the favourite perk is parking. The employee of the month in one hotel gets to park right next to the main entrance!
The following chart gives you an idea of the range of benefits a company can offer. Fill in the blank column with your best guess about what these benefits actually are. Compare your answers with the others in your class.
| Benefit or Perk | Description |
|---|---|
| Holidays and Vacation | |
| Travel (Hospitality, Travel Sectors) | |
| Leave of Absence | |
| Social Activities | |
| Sport or Exercise Facilities or Activities | |
| Meals | |
| Awards | |
| Medical Benefits | |
| Dental Benefits | |
| Pension Plans | |
| Insurance | |
| Saving Opportunities (e.g., Canada Savings Bond) | |
| Can you think of others? |