Extended Health
Prescription drugs, paramedical, hospital stays, vision, and out-of-country emergency — the foundation of every strong benefits plan.
837 W Hastings St #202, Vancouver, BC V6C 3N6
Vancouver’s Trusted Group Benefits Advisor
Ascent Insurance helps businesses secure long-term success with tailored group benefits. With deep industry experience, we design and implement programs that fit each organization’s unique needs.
Businesses Protected
400+ Employers across CanadaCombined Experience
50+ Years on our leadership teamTop Pension and Group Benefits Consultant in Canada
Recognized by Benefits and Pensions Monitor
Your Benefits Deserve Expert Guidance.
John Glynn leads Ascent Insurance as a trusted advisor to businesses across Canada. Based in Vancouver, he brings over a decade of group benefits experience designing programs tailored to each organization.
We shop a variety of carriers to build the plan that fits your team, budget, and goals — with relationships across niche providers and major insurers for flexible, cost-effective solutions.
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John Glynn
President · Ascent Insurance Services Inc.
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Tell us about your business and we'll put together a tailored group benefits proposal — no obligation, no pressure.
Why businesses choose Ascent
Ascent Insurance works as a trusted advisor to help you design and implement a group benefits program tailored to your team — with independent, professional advice every step of the way.
We shop a variety of carriers to build the plan that fits your organization, so you receive comprehensive coverage at the lowest possible cost.
- Complimentary review of your current plan or help starting fresh
- Health, dental, disability, life, and critical illness options
- 400+ businesses covered · 50+ years combined experience
- Based in Vancouver — serving employers across Canada
Who We Are
Independent Group Benefits Based in Vancouver
Ascent Insurance works as a trusted insurance advisor to businesses to help them secure their ongoing continued success. We understand your corporate vision and work collaboratively to design effective programs that support and protect it.
We shop a variety of carriers to build the plan that is right for your organization — from small niche providers to major insurers — so you receive the most comprehensive benefits at the lowest possible cost.
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400+
Businesses Covered
What We Offer
Complete Group Coverage for Your Team
Dental
Preventive cleanings, basic restorations, and major dental work — keeping your workforce healthy and productive year-round.
Disability Income
Short-term and long-term disability protection so your team is covered if illness or injury puts them out of work.
Life & Critical Illness
Group life and critical illness coverage that gives employees and their families a financial safety net when it matters most.
Ready to protect your team?
No obligation. Our advisors typically respond within one business day.
“We setup our company benefit plan through Ascent Insurance and our staff are thrilled. We are already seeing a positive impact on our employee retention and recruitment which is crucial to maintaining and attracting top talent.”
Tyler W
Client · Ascent Insurance
Why Ascent
An Independent Advisor Working for You
01
Carrier-Neutral Advice
Not tied to any insurer. We shop a variety of carriers to build the plan that best fits your budget and coverage goals.
02
Dedicated Account Service
One advisor who knows your plan — responsive, proactive, and available when your employees need answers.
03
Annual Renewal Management
We negotiate on your behalf, benchmark against the market, and keep your costs under control year after year.
04
Employee Education & Onboarding
We handle plan communication, booklets, and live onboarding so your team actually uses the benefits they have.
Client Reviews
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What Our Clients Say
★★★★★
“John and his team set up our benefits plan from scratch and we couldn't be happier. John showed us all of the options available and helped us select the plan that was right for us.”
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Gord K
Client · Ascent Insurance
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“We setup our company benefit plan through Ascent Insurance and our staff are thrilled. We are already seeing a positive impact on our employee retention and recruitment.”
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Tyler W
Client · Ascent Insurance
★★★★★
“John took over managing our benefits program and we immediately saw a dramatic increase in service compared to our previous advisor.”
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Dhruv J
Client · Ascent Insurance
Client Feedback
★★★★★
“John and his team set up our benefits plan from scratch and we couldn't be happier. We love our new benefits plan and would highly recommend working with John.”
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Gord K
Client · Ascent Insurance
★★★★★
“We setup our company benefit plan through Ascent Insurance and our staff are thrilled. We are already seeing a positive impact on employee retention and recruitment.”
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Tyler W
Client · Ascent Insurance
★★★★★
“John took over managing our benefits program and we immediately saw a dramatic increase in service. Ascent Insurance is quick, responsive, and does a great job.”
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Dhruv J
Client · Ascent Insurance
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“He found the lowest rates available in the market for us, and negotiated our renewal rates down significantly. We have a comprehensive benefits package at an affordable price.”
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Tim V
Client · Ascent Insurance
★★★★★
“John and his team did a fantastic job setting this up and making complicated insurance products easy to understand for the average person.”
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Linda H
Client · Ascent Insurance
Carrier Partners We Work With
Trusted by Canada’s leading insurers
We partner with top carriers to bring you the best coverage, competitive rates, and exceptional service.
How It Works
From Discovery to Day One
1
Discovery Call
We learn about your team size, budget, and benefit goals in a focused 30-minute consultation.
2
Plan Design
We design customized options across multiple carriers aligned to your priorities.
3
Carrier Quotes
We go to market, gather competitive quotes, and present a clear side-by-side comparison.
4
Launch & Ongoing
We onboard your team, handle all paperwork, and support every renewal cycle.
Let's talk about your group plan.
Call us or submit a quote request — we'll respond within one business day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Group Benefits FAQ
Quick answers to common questions from business owners and HR teams comparing group benefits options.
A group benefits advisor compares carriers, designs plan options,
explains tradeoffs, and helps employers implement and manage
coverage for their team.
Yes. We can review your current plan, benchmark rates and coverage,
and present alternatives that improve value at renewal.
Plans can include extended health, dental, disability, life
insurance, critical illness, AD&D and health spending accounts.
Most implementations take a few weeks depending on team size,
carrier timelines and plan complexity.
We are based in Vancouver, British Columbia and work with employers
throughout Canada.
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Request a Free
Group Benefits Quote
No obligation, no pressure. Tell us a bit about your business and we'll put together a plan comparison tailored to your team.
Office Address
837 W Hastings St #202, Vancouver, BC V6C 3N6
Phone
+1 604-398-2399
Email
admin@ascentinsurance.ca
Business Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm PST