January 31, 2011 by Canadian Underwriter
A new rule outlining procedures that B.C. brokers must follow when placing coverage with an unauthorized insurer will take effect on Feb. 28, 2011.
Section 76(1)(c) of the Financial Institutions Act in British Columbia provides a limited exemption from the restriction that prohibits placing insurance with an unauthorized insurer.
Rule 7(11.1), which takes effect in February, establishes a course of action when conducting an insurance transaction related to this exemption.
According to Rule 7(11.1), brokers must notify the Insurance Council of British Columbia in writing prior to conducting any insurance transactions with an unauthorized insurer.
The written notification must include:
Related to the last point, the broker must disclose to a client in writing the risks associated with an unauthorized insurer. The written notice must include:
Finally, pursuant to the Insurer Exemption Regulation, the broker must provide the following details to the Superintendent of Financial Institutions within 30 days of each quarter:
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