How Airbnb is changing the home insurance industry
February 21, 2017 by Christine HirstThough it has seen a few setbacks of late – notably in a few major cities with strong hotel lobbies – the homestay industry pioneered by Airbnb and a few other firms looks poised to remain a major part of…
Hands-On Program Teaches Young Minds About Brain Health
February 16, 2017 by Economical InsuranceHands-On Program Teaches Young Minds About Brain Health Parachute and Economical Insurance Partner for Brain Waves TORONTO, February 16, 2017 – Young Canadians are most vulnerable to preventable injuries, which account for more deaths than all other causes combined. Every…
The Digital Edition of Canadian Underwriter’s February 2017 issue
February 16, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterDigital Edition below ↓ Cover Story: Starting Block The buzz around blockchain is growing louder. An almost consensus-like agreement that it could benefit the insurance industry, though, must be balanced by what can only be described as an incomplete understanding…
APRIL Canada reveals exciting trends in the MGA insurance industry
February 16, 2017 by APRIL CanadaAPRIL Canada, the largest independent MGA in Canada, revealed exciting insights it obtained about the MGA market through an online survey carried out last month. The survey, carried out by the independent Montreal based market research agency, Callosum, revealed how…
STRONE Proud Title Sponsor of Alumni Game at Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada Festivities in Kenora
February 14, 2017 by STRONE-ItechThe City of Kenora is welcoming hockey fans across Canada February 15-18th as Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada festivities take over the community. STRONE Kenora is thrilled to participate, joining in as title sponsor of the Alumni Game featuring a…
Gore Mutual to Share Stage with Suzuki and Hadfield at Landmark Broker Event
February 9, 2017 by Gore MutualCambridge, ON : Gore Mutual announced Fast Forward, a landmark full-day forum designed specifically for insurance brokers from across Canada. Dubbed ‘Inspiring Talks, Real Solutions’ this exclusive two-part event will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at the Toronto…
Vericlaim expands into new Edmonton office
February 9, 2017 by SedgwickVericlaim expands into new Edmonton office Daryl Doiron and Shauna Dobson join expert team advancing strategic growth in the Canadian market Edmonton, February 10, 2017 – Sedgwick and its subsidiary Vericlaim, a global provider of loss adjusting and claims management solutions,…
AssessMed promotes Christopher Coe to Director of Business Development, Western Region
February 8, 2017 by AssessMedIt is with great pleasure and a true sense of contentment that AssessMed today announces that Christopher Coe has been promoted from Business Relations Advisor to Director of Business Development, Western Region, effective immediately. Christopher is the heart and soul, as…
FIRST Canada recognized as an Employee Recommended Workplace
February 7, 2017 by FIRST Insurance Funding of CanadaThe leader in payment solutions, FIRST Insurance Funding of Canada (FIRST Canada) was ranked among the leading organizations that have a healthy and engaged workforce, according to a recent survey. The anonymous survey, conducted by Morneau Shepell in association with…
Kernaghan Adjusters Strengthens Southern Ontario Operations with a new Branch and two new Adjusters!
February 6, 2017 by Kernaghan AdjustersKernaghan Adjusters expands Southern Ontario operation. KA is pleased to formally announce the opening of their Hamilton Branch run by a recognized senior adjuster, and a strengthened Toronto Branch team with the addition of a new multi-line adjuster. Hamilton, ON…
-30- Forensic Engineering’s Pierre Maheux to Present at the 2017 Ontario Bar Association Institute
February 6, 2017 by -30- Forensic EngineeringPierre Maheux, MSc, FGAC, PGeo, Principal at -30- Forensic Engineering (Environmental Division), will participate as a panel member for the Ontario Bar Association’s (OBA) Institute on February 8 in Toronto. The OBA represents more than 16,000 lawyers working in the…
BrokerTeam Group Partners with Sean Graham to launch Hamilton-based Digital Insurance Brokerage
February 6, 2017 by Mike WellsToronto, ON – BrokerTeam Group is proud to announce the launch of Idea Insurance, a Hamilton-based digital insurance brokerage that will be operated and owned by Sean Graham. Sean Graham is a well-established figure in the insurance community, having…