The Honourable Order of the Blue Goose International Scotch Nosing
May 31, 2011 byThe Honourable Order of the Blue Goose International, Ontario Pond held its 11th annual Scotch Nosing on Apr. 27 at the One King West Hotel & Residence. The evening started with cocktails in The Vault, followed by dinner in the…
Supreme Court of Canada agrees to hear case of a rotten tree killing a young man seated in a parked car
May 31, 2011 byThe Supreme Court of Canada has granted leave to appeal the decision of the Quebec Court of Appeal in Ville de Westmount c. Richard Rossy et autres. Gabriel Rossy was killed in 2006 when a rotten tree fell on top…
RIMS 2011 Annual Conference & Exhibition
May 31, 2011 byVancouver was host to the RIMS 2011 Annual Conference & Exhibition May 1–5. The risk and insurance industry community took advantage of the exceptional beauty of the city and surroundings to hold and attend numerous receptions, special events, dinners and…
Message From the President
May 31, 2011 by Mary CharmanThe Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association (CIAA) applauds the Canadian Council of Insurance Regulator’s (CCIR) new strategic priorities and initiatives as they relate to the development of solutions to common regulatory issues and the promotion of a harmonized insurance regulatory system.…
WICC Ontario annual gala dinner
May 31, 2011 byWICC Ontario held its 15th annual gala dinner, ICONIC, on Apr. 13, 2011 at The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel in Toronto. WICC dinner co-chairs and evening emcees Michael Butler and Marian Adamson introduced WICC co-chairs Carolyn Horan and Jean Faulkner…
Facing the Flood
May 31, 2011 by 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...
Court voids claims waiver based on power imbalance between adjuster and plaintiff
March 31, 2011 byThe Ontario Superior Court of Justice has voided a release waiving all claims against a defendant and his insurer in an auto accident claim, based on the fact that the insurance adjuster had used his unequal bargaining power to low…
On The Scene (April 01, 2011)
March 31, 2011 byCraig Ryther of Claridge Insurance Adjusters has successfully completed his CIP and FSCO All Classes Licensing Requirements. Ryther is beginning his fourth year in the industry working as an accident benefits, bodily injury and liability adjuster in the Barrie area.…
Message From the President (April 01, 2011)
March 31, 2011 byHopefully, with this being the April/May issue, ice scrapers, shovels and snow blowers have been replaced by the first signs of tulips, lawn furniture and barbecues! Your executive is hard at work ensuring your association is representing and protecting your…
Canadian Collision Industry Forum (April 01, 2011)
March 31, 2011 byMore than 350 stakeholders representing the insurance claims and collision repair industries attended the Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) meeting on Jan. 29, 2011 in Toronto. Speakers included Tony Canadé (Assured Automotive), departing CCIF chairman; Tom Bissonnette (Parr Autobody), incoming…
Hitting the Mark Aiming for Successful SABS & MIG outcomes
March 31, 2011 by Laura KupcisAdjusters and health care providers can take steps to ensure claimants receive the required and necessary care, all the while trying to not get caught-up in the 'he said, she said' - or more aptly 'he's doing, she's doing.'
Insurance Institute of Ontario Convocation & Awards
March 31, 2011 byThe Insurance Institute of Ontario held its 112th Annual Convocation & Awards Night on Jan. 20 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Carlos Rodrigues, president of the Insurance Institute of Ontario, served as the master of ceremonies. François Faucher, chairman…
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