Forewarned is Forearmed
March 1, 2012 Kate Stillwell, Product Manager, Earthquake Products, EQECAT Inc.Current research suggests giant earthquakes happen in “clusters,” which may change the way earthquake risk management is approached.
Sowing Seeds
September 1, 2011 Vanessa Mariga, Associate EditorIncoming IBAC president Dale Rempel seeks to cultivate positive relationships with legislators as a key part of nurturing the broker channel.
Moves & Views
September 1, 2011 by Canadian UnderwriterCredit scoring should be banned throughout Canada, according to more than half (58%) of respondents to www.canadianunderwriter.ca‘s latest online poll. Of the 163 respondents, 42% said “no” to an all-out ban on the use of credit scoring in Canada. Greg…
Lifelong Learning
December 1, 2010 Vanessa Mariga, Associate EditorWhen Tina Gardiner received the prestigious 2010 Donald M. Stuart Award, she joined the ranks of those she considers to be mentors and teachers.
Crowded House
August 1, 2010 Ken ArthursCanada’s relatively economic stability is attracting new players to the Canadian market.
In it for the Long Haul
May 1, 2010 Angelique MagiInsurers looking to make a buck in North American commercial trucking lines should prepare for a number of long-term challenges before taking the plunge.
Illuminating Driver Safety
February 1, 2010 Dan Steere, CEO, GreenRoadHow red-yellow-green LED technology is helping to change driving behaviours and develop safer drivers.
Rail Boom
October 1, 2009 Brad CoxRail travel has enjoyed a new renaissance and so, too, might potential rail dangers.
Taking On Trucks
September 30, 2009 Laura KupcisAZ Claims is focused on doing the best job possible when adjusting truck-related claims
Taking On Trucks
September 30, 2009 Laura KupcisAZ Claims is focused on doing the best job possible when adjusting truck-related claims
The power of BRANDING
October 1, 2008 Alister Campbell, President and CEO, Zurich CanadaBrokers need to appreciate their own brand value is enhanced when they sell the value propositions of good companies with powerful and respected brands.
Explosive Claims
September 30, 2008 Laura KupcisA recent explosion at a propane facility in Toronto has those on site re-evaluating safety protocol behind the caution tape, while insurance companies re-visit the risk associated with low frequency-high severity companies.