Topic
Professional Development
Two Canadian financial regulatory agencies sign MOU related to disciplinary actions in Ontario
March 31, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterThe Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) and the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) announced on Wednesday that they have signed an information-sharing agreement that will “provide more effective regulation and strengthen consumer protection in Ontario.” Under the…
Everest Re names Jonathan M. Zaffino as president of North America Insurance Division
March 30, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterEverest Re Group, Ltd. announced on Wednesday that it has named Jonathan M. Zaffino as president of its North America Insurance Division, effective April 1. Zaffino joined Hamilton, Bermuda-based Everest Re in 2015 as president of Everest National / U.S.…
IBAO president anticipates ‘bright future for brokers who are willing to change’
March 29, 2016 Greg Meckbach, Associate EditorThe insurance industry may not be known for technological innovation, but there is a future for brokers who are willing to change, speakers said Tuesday during the annual general meeting of the Insurance Brokers of Toronto Region. “The only thing…
Uncertain times highlight need for change at the CFO, finance levels: Deloitte
March 29, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterAn increasingly uncertain business climate means finance departments have just four to five years to modernize if they are to meet the rising expectations of the organizations they serve, suggests a report issued Tuesday by Deloitte. Chief financial officers (CFOs)…
Location Intelligence and Insurance
November 9, 2015 Canadian UnderwriterHappy insurance brokers to happy clients
November 6, 2015 Blues Incorporated.Happy clients like to pay more. Find out how to get them smiling.
Economical Insurance’s Scott Campbell replaces Walter Leszkowicz as VP for Ontario
October 23, 2012 by Canadian UnderwriterEconomical Insurance, which recently announced it is cutting 145 positions, said Oct. 23 that its vice president for the Ontario region, Walter Leszkowicz, has left to “pursue other endeavours” while several other executives are taking on additional responsibility. In a…
Homegrown Talent
August 1, 2012 Eric Gagne, Vice President, Industry Relations, Alpha Rho, Fanshawe CollegeThe P&C insurance industry, which is expected to lose a number of people through retirement, can draw on an abundance of available talent in business insurance programs across the country.
What’s New: In Brief (February 19, 2010)
February 19, 2010 by Canadian UnderwriterDisaster Kleenup Canada Ltd. has expanded its national network to include Restorex. The company will serve customers in the Melville, Yorkton and southeastern Saskatchewan area, as well as in the Regina, Moose Jaw, and south-central Saskatchewan area from their two…
What’s New: In Brief (October 16, 2009)
October 16, 2009 by Canadian UnderwriterCunningham Lindsey has expanded its B.C. interior claims adjusting operations. Kelly Bregeda has been appointed district manager for B.C. interior, providing management support to branch operations in Cranbrook, Prince George and Kelowna.Cheryl Hanson, senior adjuster, and Simon Buckley, general adjuster,…
What’s New: In Brief (October 16, 2009)
October 16, 2009 by Canadian UnderwriterCunningham Lindsey is the newest national sponsor at the platinum level of the Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade (WICC), representing a commitment of $45,000 over three years. The company says it has committed to continuing its support of the outstanding…