What brokers are looking at to help condo corporations reduce deductibles
October 29, 2020 by David GambrillBrokers working in the condo insurance class of business are looking at creative ways to help their condo corporation clients shoulder the burden of much higher deductibles — including preliminary discussions around the option of “buy-down” deductibles. “As a broker,…
Aviva Canada’s approach to the new pandemic workplace
October 15, 2020 by David GambrillAs the COVID-19 pandemic extends into the fall and winter months, with cases continuing to rise throughout the country, it is critical that the industry’s leaders foster a culture of trust within their P&C organizations moving forward, an Aviva Canada…
Why these home buyers won a $100,000 lawsuit
September 8, 2020 by Greg MeckbachA recent Ontario court ruling arising from a major structural defect in a cottage country home shows why a homeowner should get the vendor to complete a seller property information sheet (SPIS) before agreeing to a purchase. “The law can…
How brokers can help mitigate risk when clients build in risky areas
September 4, 2020 by Adam MalikCost management needs to become a top priority if the property and casualty insurance industry wants to slow down the rise in premiums for the real estate sector. And to do that, an expert explained, both industries — insurance and…
Covid-19 Webinar: How COVID-19 Can Improve Your Digital Health
July 23, 2020 by Canadian UnderwriterTo view Canadian Underwriter’s full webinar series, please fill in the following information for immediate access: Webinar Access Name* First Last Email* Zip/Postal Code* Phone*Organization* Job Title* What is the business of the organization you work for?*Choose One…Independent Insurance BrokerageInsurance…
P&C execs to discuss how COVID-19 has improved the P&C industry’s digital health
July 14, 2020 by David GambrillWhen it comes to the Canadian P&C industry offering digital solutions to its customers during the COVID-19 pandemic, it seemed that the virtual landscape was a Brave New World just four months ago. Digital mailboxes, videoconferencing, electronic pink slips and…
What you need to know about clients changing production
April 21, 2020 by Adam MalikA company that makes sweaters can’t flip a switch the next day and start making hospital gowns for frontline healthcare workers before working through important insurance considerations, according to experts. If you have a client looking to shift production —…
How the P&C industry can help move the needle on building a climate-resilient society
February 14, 2020 by Adam MalikThe clock is ticking on taking action when it comes to creating more climate-resilient homes, neighbourhoods and cities, a panel warned at a recent conference. When asked by moderator Glenn McGillivray, managing director of the Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction,…
Aviva Canada takes the plunge into cross-border business
September 4, 2019 by Adam MalikWith the introduction of its new Global Corporate and Specialty (GCS) team, Aviva Canada is setting its sights on Canadian companies doing cross-border business in the United States. The GCS team will offer coverage in five key areas: corporate risk,…
Aviva’s new road safety campaign hits a bump in Toronto
June 27, 2019 by Adam MalikAviva Canada kicked off a new road safety initiative, although things got off to a rocky start in Toronto. The Take Back Our Roads campaign launched this week as a way to improve road safety on streets across Canada, said…
O’Donovan first woman to lead Aviva board
June 13, 2019 by Adam MalikAnne Marie O’Donovan is taking over as chairwoman of Aviva Canada’s board of directors and its seven regulated subsidiaries – the first female to do so with the company. She has long been recognized as a leader, winning the Women…
How often are people scamming insurers with cheque fraud?
November 14, 2018 by Jason ContantInsurance fraud is again in the news, after a Moncton, N.B. man was sentenced to 30 days in prison and 18 months probation for illegally intercepting two insurance cheques sent to an Aviva Canada insured. Just how prevalent is cheque…