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Natural perils in 2012 cause $72 billion in insured losses
January 31, 2013 byIn its recently released annual global climate and catastrophe report, Aon Benfield noted that the costliest catastrophe worldwide in 2012 was Hurricane Sandy, while a hailstorm July 12 in Calgary led to claims exceeding $500 million. Impact Forecasting, the Aon…
Superstorm Sandy
January 31, 2013 Geoff CoulsonA Canadian Perspective on the “Hybrid” Hurricane
Insurance Institute of Ontario holds 113th Annual Convocation & Awards Night on Jan. 26 in Toronto
March 31, 2012 byThe Insurance Institute of Ontario held its 113th Annual Convocation & Awards Night on Jan. 26 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Paul Martin, president of the Insurance Institute of Ontario, served as the master of ceremonies. Karen Barkley, chairwoman…
Toronto Women’s Insurance Association (TIWA) Wine and Cheese Reception
March 31, 2012 byThe Toronto Insurance Women’s Association (TIWA) Wine and Cheese Reception was held at The Hyatt Regency in Toronto on Feb 16. More than 1,200 guests attended the association’s annual signature event
The Slip Tester
January 31, 2012 Jason Young and Michelle LivingstoneSlips and falls are not trivial matters. With large claim values for fall injuries, insurers need to know the risks they face from exposure to liability. However, with differing standards for slip testing and instruments, it can be difficult to…
On The Scene
January 31, 2012 byCarol Messervey, representing the Canadian Independent Adjusters Association’s Nova Scotia region, presents Lindsay Mackenzie of The Economical Insurance Group with the award for best results in Essentials of Loss Adjusting. ———- Sean M. Douglas has been appointed as the new…
Matson, Driscoll & Damico Thanksgiving Event
January 31, 2012 byMatson, Driscoll & Damico, a forensic accounting firm, hosted their annual American Thanksgiving Event on Nov. 24, 2011 at the Real Sports Bar & Grill in Toronto. The event raised $3,714 for the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
Hughes Amys LLP hosts ninth annual Holiday Cocktail Party
January 31, 2012 byFriends of Hughes Amys LLP gathered at the Irish Embassy in Toronto for the firm’s annual Holiday Cocktail Party on Nov. 30. The event included a photo booth, in which people could have their pictures taken wearing accessories such as…
Honourable Order of the Blue Goose, Ontario Pond, hosts annual Galabration
January 31, 2012 byThe Ontario Chapter of the Risk & Insurance Management Society (ORIMS) held its Christmas Luncheon on Dec. 15, 2011, at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto. More than 700 attended. In keeping with the spirit of giving, the ORIMS executive…
ORIMS Christmas Luncheon
January 31, 2012 byThe Ontario Chapter of the Risk & Insurance Management Society (ORIMS) held its Christmas Luncheon on Dec. 15, 2011, at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto. More than 700 attended. In keeping with the spirit of giving, the ORIMS executive…
McCague Borlack LLP hosts Christmas in January
January 31, 2012 byOn Jan. 18, 2012 the partners and staff of McCague Borlack LLP hosted their 18th annual “Christmas in January” party. McCague Borlack LLP is the Ontario affiliate of the Canadian Litigation Counsel and the Harmonie Group. Members from both groups…
Taking Chances
January 31, 2012 Laura KupcisWhen it comes to safety, independent adjusters have come a long way from years past when safety was not high on the priority list. Now, internal company policies, and a healthy dose of common sense, are relied upon to direct adjusters to make the safest choices when handling claims.