AGA Benefit Solutions continues its expansion across Canada with the acquisition of Aria Benefits, an employee benefits consulting firm based in Southern Ontario. With roots dating back to 2005, the team behind Aria Benefits has been advising employers on their group benefits programs for more than two decades, building a strong reputation for its expert advice and excellent service. This transaction marks a new milestone in AGA's expansion strategy, cementing our role as the benefits partner of choice for a critical mass of Canadian organizations.

Under the transaction terms, Aria Benefits’ founder, Robin Bailey, joins AGA as Director, Business Development. On top of ensuring a smooth transition for Aria Benefits’ clients, Robin’s arrival at AGA will add to our client attraction and retention efforts across Ontario and the rest of the country. Other Aria Benefits team members will also be part of the AGA team going forward and remain involved with clients to whom they were previously assigned.

“Since entering the Ontario market in 2021, AGA Benefit Solutions has emerged as a key benefits player in Canada. We have leveraged our distinctive combination of expertise as a third-party administrator/payor (TPA/TPP), broker, and consultant to significantly increase our brand recognition and client base. The acquisition of Aria Benefits brings a solid portfolio and a business culture where trust-based relationships are paramount; we are already at work to maintain the high service standards these clients expect from us,” said Martin Papillon, President and CEO of AGA Benefit Solutions.

“AGA and Aria Benefits have a lot in common. Based on AGA’s track record of successful acquisitions, I am confident that the values on which we built Aria Benefits will continue to be honored through this evolution,” added Robin Bailey. “I am proud to now be a part of the team and allow existing and future clients to access the depth and breadth of what AGA has to offer,” added Robin Bailey.

Since 2020, AGA has transformed from a regional player to a national benefits leader through a mix of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, the latter focused on Ontario and Western Canada. Earlier this month, AGA announced an investment from Novacap and the Fonds de solidarité FTQ to support its next development phase. With nearly 350 employees, AGA provides its 7,000+ clients with unparalleled product expertise backed by robust systems and support.

About AGA Benefit Solutions

As an employee benefits company, AGA (aga.ca) develops and administers customized group insurance and group retirement savings plans. Established in 1978, the company has offices in Montreal, Quebec City, Kitchener, Markham, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver. We offer each of our clients the plan they’re looking for, one that’s simple and easy to manage so they can recruit, motivate and retain human capital more effectively with an attractive benefits package.

About Aria Benefits

At Aria Benefits (www.ariabenefits.ca), we specialize in crafting custom benefits packages that align with your budget and meet your employees' unique requirements. With roots dating back to 2005 serving small and medium-sized businesses across Ontario, we pride ourselves on providing innovative solutions and exceptional service.