Paid Catastrophe Response – The New Norm?
May 7, 2020 Skip McHardy – EVP of CRU GROUPBetween the industry’s digital disruption and now the practicing of social distancing related to COVID-19, the processes of a catastrophe response, both field and desk adjusting, are undergoing significant changes. Newly adopted changes have been beneficial to the industry by…
Paid Climate Change: It’s Risky Business
January 14, 2020 TrisuraAs we all know, climate change is one of the most prominent topics in the news – so much so that it is being touted as a major deciding factor for Canadian politicians in the upcoming federal election. But, what…
Paid Why your clients need personal umbrella coverage
October 2, 2019 Graham Haigh, VP, Broker Distribution, Wawanesa InsuranceConvincing someone that they could have more coverage than they do now – often for less money – should be a slam dunk. Right? That’s exactly what personal umbrella policies offer. So why aren’t they more popular? Let’s break…
Paid Risks emerging for Canadian enterprises, and so are solutions
September 24, 2019 Urs UhlmannFrom the breathtaking forests in British Columbia, to the natural resources of the Prairies, to the high-tech sector in Montreal and Toronto, Canada is a vast country with diverse risks. For the insurance industry, Canada represents an array of…
Paid 3 Ways Small Businesses Can Stay Compliant Under Federal Privacy Laws
May 27, 2019 David Smagata, DASHow can small businesses stay compliant under PIPEDA? The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada has published various online resources for both individuals and businesses to help better understand their obligations under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Document…
Paid You’ve Filed Your Taxes. What Comes Next?
March 18, 2019 David Smagata, DASAt some point in their lives, most Canadians will be subject to a tax audit from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). While the process can be anxiety-inducing and stressful, having the right insurance policy can help you prepare for an…
Paid Recreational Cannabis Legalization: Are your HR policies ready?
January 9, 2019 David Smagata, DASDid you know, medical cannabis has been legal in Canada since 1999? Since then there have been numerous amendments to the laws, as well as a significant increase in Canadians who have purchased medical cannabis. According to Health Canada…
Paid IFRS 17: Filling the Gaps in Data & Technology Systems
November 21, 2018 BDOIFRS 17 is an accounting standard that will result in a complete overhaul of an insurer’s financial statements, though finance alone cannot work through this complex change in isolation. Considering the significance of the impact across the organization, IFRS 17…
Paid Your clients are ready to dive in to their vacation. Are you helping them breathe easy?
October 8, 2018 AllianzSwimming in a crystal blue ocean, soaking up a warm tropical sun. Travelling is all about the experiences that help you become one with the moment. But when those experiences result in the unexpected, travel protection becomes a universal need.…
Paid Steering the Course: Course of Construction (COC) Insurance Options
August 28, 2018 Neil Jeanson, Senior Class Underwriter, XL CatlinAll it takes is a spark. From a sander. Or errant cigarette. And POW! Igniting common, flammable construction materials like wood, solvents, packaging, and gasoline and turning a work in progress to a pile of ash. It’s a powerful blow…
Advertisement New wildfire index fights a $5.6-billion problem
July 24, 2018 Opta Information IntelligenceWith wildfire losses reaching a whopping $5.6 billion in the past 10 years, there is an urgent need for a solution that can help insurers price the risk accurately, as well as to help municipal and provincial governments know their…
Paid Are you ensuring your client’s trip doesn’t leave a bad taste?
June 5, 2018 Allianz Global AssistancePart of travelling is trying everything! New food, new experiences. But when those experiences result in the unexpected, that’s when travel insurance becomes a universal need. Here are two reasons why you should recommend travel insurance to your customers: Should…