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Broker fined for failing to review with his client a $1.4-million coverage change
March 14, 2019 by David GambrillA Manitoba broker is out of pocket $1,000 for failing to review with his client a $1.4-million change to a client’s commercial property insurance policy. On Dec. 12, 2011, an insurer requested renewal instructions from Manitoba broker Horace Smaczylo, as…
Broker lands in hot water after BI coverage miscue
February 5, 2019 by David GambrillA Manitoba broker landed in hot water after filling in for a vacationing colleague whose commercial client wound up without business interruption coverage. Broker John C. McDonald was fined $250 for his role in the coverage mix-up. When McDonald’s work…
Advocating for New Storylines
February 2, 2019 David Gambrill, Editor-in-ChiefDon Forgeron, president and CEO of Insurance Bureau of Canada, talks to Canadian Underwriter about what’s top of mind for Canada’s home, auto and business insurers in 2019. Here’s his update on where the nation’s insurers stand on auto reform,…
Airbnb asks federal government for regulation
August 20, 2018 Jordan Press - THE CANADIAN PRESSOTTAWA – One of the world’s largest short-term rental websites is inviting the Trudeau Liberals to create a regulatory regime for the burgeoning industry – something its critics have long advocated and raising pressure on the government to set rules…
Fine for broker in business interruption coverage mix-up
July 13, 2018 by David GambrillA $500 fine against a Manitoba broker illustrates the importance of documenting conversations with a client when advising on business interruption coverage in a commercial insurance policy. The broker, Edward Tetrault, provided a quote to his commercial business client on…
Broker loses license after coverage gaps
December 29, 2017 by David GambrillA Manitoba broker has lost her license for failing to ensure a smooth transition during policy renewals for three separate clients. The General Insurance Council of Manitoba, which regulates the province’s brokers, issued its decision against Danielle Robertson on Dec.…
Utilities cautioned to act now to strengthen their cyber security defences: Accenture
October 5, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterUnprepared distribution utilities are urged to immediately begin improving their cyber security capabilities given the anticipated future hike in cyber attacks and the fact that most recently polled utility executives say such an attack could interrupt electricity supply, Accenture suggests…
Global insurers struggle with regulatory and accounting compliance: study
September 11, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterAs insurance firms invest in more complex securities, they struggle to manage data and meet regulatory reporting requirements, a newly released study has found. Addressing local regulation and accounting standards is the leading operational challenge when it comes to firms’…
Third-party drone services developing, immediate post-incident use still a challenge
September 8, 2017 by Angela StelmakowichA trend seems poised to take flight whereby companies in need of drone services to gain specific insights will increasingly tap the expertise of third-party providers. “I think third-party companies who provide services utilizing drones will be more common than…
Endeavour, Advent Claims partner to support Lloyd’s coverholders in Canada
September 7, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterAdvent Claims will provide its claims management system to Lloyd’s broker, Endeavour Insurance Services, as part of a new partnership arrangement meant to support London market coverholders operating in Canada. Advent Claims is a technology-led claims third-party administrator; Endeavour Insurance…
Canada’s fintech adoption rate doubles in last 18 months: EY report
July 25, 2017 by Angela StelmakowichCustomer wants, needs and demands are guiding players in Canada’s fintech space toward developing simpler, more transparent and customer-centric financial services products, with insurance expected to see a big increase in uptake in future, suggests new research released Tuesday by…
Chubb’s multi-line practice to focus on large transportation clients in U.S. and Canada, help address wide range of risks
July 20, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterChubb’s newly launched multi-line industry practice will focus on providing insurance products, service and risk management solutions for best-in-class large risk transportation clients in both the United States and Canada. The formalization of the practice, within the insurer’s Major Accounts…