Topic
Commercial Lines
Large Loss
September 30, 2011 Laura KupcisWhen handling large losses, an adjuster must ensure they are not making promises that later cannot be kept
Travel Risk Management
September 30, 2011 Mark LaLondeEnhancing staff safety and organizational success
WICC Ontario Golf
September 30, 2011 byMore than 220 golfers attended the 12th annual WICC Ontario Golf Tournament on July 11 at Angus Glen Golf Club in Markham, Ont. Attendees enjoyed a barbeque lunch, silent auction, raffle and dinner. A WICC cheque for $250,000 was presented…
Winmar Toronto/Brampton and Gilbertson Davis Emerson boat cruise
September 30, 2011 byMore than 150 guests boarded the Yankee Lady III for a four-hour tour of the Toronto harbour. The third annual event, co-sponsored by Winmar Toronto/Brampton and Gilbertson Davis Emerson LLP, raised $5,000 for Kerry’s Place Autism Services. The cruise, held…
Staying Dry
September 30, 2011 Laura KupcisReducing the risk of basement flooding is a priority for both insurance companies and municipalities.
Hitting the Road
July 31, 2011 Laura KupcisContinuing its commitment to be the premiere independent adjusting source for insurers, the Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association has launched a catastrophe response resource. The association is also working on a new education program for independents, and continues to focus on pressing industry issues, such as adjuster health and safety.
Changing Climate
July 31, 2011 Mike WallaceHow climate change is changing insurance
Correct Evaluation
July 31, 2011 David George WeldonLoss size can be dramatically affected through careful consideration of whether the damaged equipment is to be repaired or replaced
F4 tornado in downtown Toronto would cause $4 billion in losses
May 31, 2011 byIf an F4 tornado – which packs wind speeds of between 333 km-h and 418 km-h – ripped through downtown Toronto, it could potentially cause up to $4 billion in losses, said Matthew Nielsen, senior product marketing manager of natural…
Backflow valves highly effective in reducing sewer backup damage: Saskatoon utility manager
May 31, 2011 byBackflow valves are 85 per cent effective in eliminating sewer backup, according to Galen Heinrichs, stormwater utility manager with the City of Saskatoon.Moreover, in that 15 per cent of instances in which a home experienced some sewer backup despite having…
Facing the Flood
May 31, 2011 Laura KupcisManitoba is currently bracing against the threat of flooding. That threat continues to be reduced in part due to flood prevention methods the province has established. The increase in water-related claims also brings the issue of overland flooding to the forefront.
Building Defects
May 31, 2011 Stephen Blaney and John McGloneClaims for moisture penetration in new buildings continues to rise