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BrokerLink doubles size in Atlantic Canada, buys brokerages in Ontario and Alberta
August 9, 2021 by Jason ContantBrokerLink has doubled its presence in Atlantic Canada and is now one of the largest brokerages on the east coast following its acquisition of Archway Insurance and South Coast Insurance Agency Limited. BrokerLink, a subsidiary of Intact Financial Corporation, announced…
The first brokerage M&A deal of 2020
January 2, 2020 by Jason ContantArchway Insurance rang in the new year by announcing two new locations in southwestern New Brunswick following the acquisition of Groom Insurance Limited, effective Jan. 1, 2020. The latest addition brings the number of Archway locations to 32, with approximately…
Archway acquires three brokerages in mega-deal
July 2, 2019 by Jason ContantArchway Insurance will nearly double its footprint in New Brunswick following a mega-deal to acquire three brokerages and seven new offices across the province. Amherst, N.S.-headquartered Archway acquired Shaw Insurance Agency Ltd., Solutions Assurances 360° Inc. and J. & N.…
Archway Insurance moves into Saint John with acquisition
April 1, 2019 by Jason ContantArchway Insurance, one of Atlantic Canada’s largest brokerages, has moved into Saint John, N.B. with the acquisition of Hall & Fairweather Insurance, effective Monday. The Hall & Fairweather office expands independent brokerage Archway’s footprint in New Brunswick and gives the…
Atlantic Canada brokerage acquires family-owned operation
February 15, 2019 by Jason ContantArchway Insurance, one of Atlantic Canada’s largest brokerages, has announced the acquisition of family brokerage George Mitchell Insurance in Liverpool, N.S. Amherst, N.S.-headquartered Archway announced the acquisition Thursday. Effective Feb. 28, 2019, Archway’s latest acquisition brings its number of locations…
Will Archway expand outside of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick?
August 3, 2018 by Jason ContantOne of Atlantic Canada’s largest brokerages, Archway Insurance, may be looking to eventually move outside of the two provinces where it currently does business: Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. On Aug. 1, Archway announced that it had added its 24th location…
Why this broker sold into the independent broker channel
May 6, 2018 by Jason ContantWhen Ron Bagnell was looking to retire, handing over his brokerage to the family was not an option, so he sold into the independent broker channel. “My children had no interest in taking over the business, so I knew that…
Archway snaps up Bay Insurance & Financial in local merger deal
May 3, 2018 by Jason ContantBay Insurance & Financial, a smaller brokerage in Tantallon, Nova Scotia, has merged with one of Atlantic Canada’s largest brokerages, Archway Insurance. Bay Insurance’s existing location on Peggy’s Cove Road in the heart of the St. Margaret’s Bay Area will…
Archway Insurance joins forces with Jack & Co. Ltd.
November 2, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterAtlantic Canada’s Archway Insurance is joining forces with Halifax-based Jack & Co. Ltd. and its affiliate, AFC Insurance Services of Cole Harbour, in a move meant to enhance the capabilities and extend the reach for both entities. The intent of…
MacCoy Insurance Brokers joins Atlantic Canadian brokerage Archway Insurance
June 30, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterArchway Insurance, one of Atlantic Canada’s largest insurance brokerages, announced on Wednesday that is has a new location in Cape Breton, N.S.: MacCoy Insurance Brokers Ltd. Effective July 1, MacCoy Insurance will become the 22nd location of Archway Insurance, which…
Archway Insurance purchases D.R. Hayman Insurance
January 3, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterArchway Insurance has enhanced its presence in Nova Scotia generally and in Pictou County specifically with the recent acquisition of Stellarton-based D.R. Hayman Insurance. The acquisition, effective Dec. 31, 2016, represents the entry of Archway Insurance – one of Atlantic…
Archway Insurance enters nine New Brunswick communities with the purchase of Alliance Assurance, effective Dec. 31
December 6, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterArchway Insurance, one of Atlantic Canada’s largest insurance brokerages, announced on Tuesday that it will purchase Alliance Assurance effective Dec. 31. Alliance is one of the largest brokerages in New Brunswick, with nine locations serving communities across the province, Archway…