Topic Operations
Where to find growth
May 2, 2020 by Greg Meckbach, Associate EditorDave Partington, appointed in December as CEO of Gallagher Global Brokerage — Canada, explains how firming market conditions bring new opportunities for commercial brokers.
Canada now in a recession: C.D. Howe council
May 1, 2020 by THE CANADIAN PRESSTORONTO – The C.D. Howe Institute’s Business Cycle Council says Canada has entered a recession due to the economic devastation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. In a report released Friday, the council said the economy peaked in February before the…
This is not a drill
May 1, 2020 by By Canadian Underwriter StaffBattle stations, everyone. This is not a drill. Repeat: This is not a drill. COVID-19 has infected the world, and P&C organizations are not immune to the impact of the novel coronavirus. But a proper, well-rehearsed business continuity plan can…
This is not a drill
May 1, 2020 by Canadian Underwriter Staff: Jason Contant, Greg Meckbach, Adam Malik and David GambrillSince mid-March, Canada’s P&C industry has been working from home and social distancing to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. What have we learned so far that will help us prepare for the next pandemic?
The opportunity insurers are missing as COVID-19 cancels events
April 24, 2020 by Jason ContantAs large sporting and entertainment events get cancelled across Canada and the world as a result of COVID-19, the insurance implications affect not only event organizers themselves, but also promotional partners, licensees and businesses involved in merchandising. While event organizers…
3rd Top Story of 2020: Why it matters that insurance is declared to be an “essential service”
March 24, 2020 by Adam MalikThe insurance industry will continue to operate as an essential service after Quebec and Ontario issued orders for many companies to close their doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And that’s a relief for consumers, brokers and insurers, say industry…
New Year’s resolutions
January 10, 2020 by David Gambrill, Editor in ChiefWhat the P&C industry promises to itself and Canadians over the next year
The enemy within
October 12, 2019 by Dr. Dexter Morse, Director, Insurance & Risk Management, International Air Transport Association (IATA)Rogue employees may be plotting ways to cause damage to your clients’ business. How to advise your clients on managing the risk
Washing away Z-codes
October 10, 2019 by Monica Hanna, Business Solutions Delivery Lead, CSIOCarriers have made significant strides in ridding their systems of nefarious Z-codes. Here’s an update on their mop-up operations….
New president, chief operating officer for Lussier Dale Parizeau
August 22, 2019 by Jason ContantQuebec brokerage Lussier Dale Parizeau (LDP) has announced the appointment of Michel Laurin as president and chief operating officer, effective Sept. 9. Laurin has held executive positions and worked with major companies in the insurance and financial services sectors for…