Varied Facets of a Fire Loss
May 31, 2013 Keith StephenThe key environmental, health and safety considerations in the event of a property fire claim
SERVICEMASTER’S 60TH ANNIVERSARY IN CANADA, MAY 29, 2013
May 29, 2013 by Canadian UnderwriterFriends, colleagues and guests gathered on May 29 within Toronto’s historic Distillery District (once the renowned Gooderham and Worts whiskey distillery) to celebrate ServiceMaster’s 60th Anniversary in Canada. Held at Archeo Restaurant, one and all gathered together to celebrate the…
Skill set
May 1, 2013 Greg Meckbach, Associate EditorThe Ontario College of Trades will soon start enforcing provincial rules requiring certificates of qualification for dozens of skilled occupations, including auto body professionals. One auto carrier suggests the move will help raise the standard of technicians’ skills, but critics contend existing licensing, professional standards and inspection regimes are sufficient and the new enforcement layer will spur higher claims cost.
Moves and Views
May 1, 2013 by Canadian Underwriter1 Travelers Insurance Company of Canada recently named Lucy Hathaway [1] as its new vice president, middle market, business insurance. Hathaway joins Travelers Canada from RSA, bringing with her 18 years in underwriting and management roles in commercial insurance. Her…
The Go-Between
April 1, 2013 Angela Stelmakowich, EditorRoss Totten may have announced his retirement (from the Totten Group), but seems not to be slowing down. His next role as consultant will allow him to tackle whatever venture strikes his fancy.
Moves and Views
April 1, 2013 by Canadian Underwriter1 Scott Tannas [1], founder, president and CEO of Western Financial Group, has been appointed to the Senate, filling the vacancy left by Bert Brown, who is retiring. Tannas’s “strong business background and deep knowledge of Alberta are sure to…
Start Up
March 31, 2013 Craig HarrisBrampton, Ontario’s Dara Banga caught the entrepreneurial bug and launched his own adjusting firm, DSB Claims Solutions, just over a year ago. His main weapon? A singular focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
On The Scene
March 31, 2013 byCunningham Lindsey Canada Claims Services Ltd. (Cunningham Lindsey) President and CEO Rob Seal is pleased to announce the firm’s 90th anniversary in Canada. “March 2013 marks Cunningham Lindsey’s 90th anniversary in Canada, an amazing milestone in our firm’s history,” said…
Technological Restoration
February 1, 2013 Bruce Derraugh, Chief Operating Officer, FirstOnSite RestorationThe restoration industry is poised to undergo a revolution, one in which technological advances promise to foster innovation. But are businesses keeping pace and able to operate in this new environment?
“High Stakes” Litigation
January 31, 2013 Glenn GibsonHow a Complex Property Case Went Wrong
On The Scene
January 31, 2013 byPAUL DAVIS SYSTEMS CANADA, LTD. (PDSC) has added Ralph Gottschalk as the newest franchisee to its network. Ralph will be operating the Paul Davis Systems of Peterborough & Kawartha Lakes franchise providing restoration services to the Peterborough community and surrounding area. Property…
Storm Watch
January 1, 2013 Greg Meckbach, Associate EditorInsurers in Canada have seen thousands of wind and rain damage claims, along with a few for business interruption, in the wake of the storm that followed Hurricane Sandy. Losses, however, appear not to be as severe as originally envisioned.