Paid Homeowner’s guide to a resilient roof
November 1, 2022 Wawanesa InsuranceMost people don’t think much about their roof until it needs to be replaced, either because of age or damage. And when they do, they usually default to traditional asphalt roof tiles. But a lot has changed over the years,…
Intact discusses RSA talent, Wawanesa looks to expand footprint in Ontario
October 22, 2021 by Jason ContantLouis Gagnon, Intact Insurance’s president of Canadian operations, is pleased with the insurer’s integration of RSA into its operations and the calibre of talent it has acquired. At the beginning of June, Intact Financial Corporation and Danish insurer Tryg A/S…
How this Top 5 insurer is approaching return to work
July 20, 2021 by Jason ContantWawanesa Mutual Insurance Company is allowing the “vast majority” of its team members to choose where they want to work starting mid-September. The move will provide flexibility to employees, allow continued support of the business, and support recruiting and retaining…
5 skills insurance pros need in a more virtual world
June 30, 2021 by Adam MalikEveryone in the insurance industry today must have a minium of five skills, and companies need to hire and manage to these skills, according to an insurance executive. Digital skills, emotional intelligence, resiliency, people-centricity, and being a team player are…
Communicating with clients: Ditch the emojis! LOL
June 9, 2021 by Adam MalikDitch the emojis and shorthand — use proper language when communicating to clients in writing, an insurance executive urged during a recent webinar. Insurance professionals would be wise to make the extra effort to be clear to clients when communicating…
In a virtual world, don’t lose your humanity: insurer exec
June 1, 2021 by Adam MalikAs the world gets more and more virtual, don’t forget how to be human, an insurer executive urged during a recent webinar. Technology should be used to enhance the industry’s relationship with clients, rather than act as a replacement, explained…
Updated: What emergency relief will insurers offer customers? Here’s what they told us
May 31, 2021 by Adam MalikEditor’s notes: This story has been updated to include additional information from Allstate. Insurance Bureau of Canada announced in 2020 that its members are offering reductions in auto insurance premiums for consumers whose driving habits have changed significantly. You can…
Vehicle repair mishap engages both home and auto insurance: B.C. Court
April 8, 2021 by Greg MeckbachThe Insurance Corporation of British Columbia is partly responsible for paying legal defence costs of a homeowner being sued by a guest who was injured when the homeowner was repairing his classic car. On Aug. 9, 2015, Gary Upton was…
What insurers aren’t passing on to their clients
March 9, 2021 by Adam MalikCanadian consumers are still foggy about the purpose and content of their home, auto and business insurance, and the onus is on the industry to help them understand, a pair of industry executives said during a recent webinar. Discussions with…
Lessons learned from ‘the toughest Cat season’
March 2, 2021 by Adam MalikThe COVID-19 pandemic made it difficult at times for insurers to work through natural catastrophes, said a Wawanesa executive during a recent web conference. But they’ve learned a few lessons because of it. As Cats stormed through Alberta to the…
Webinar: Canada’s P&C Industry in a Post-COVID World
January 27, 2021 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…
Top 5 insurer expanding into Quebec commercial
January 13, 2021 by Greg MeckbachQuebec brokers can now place commercial coverage with Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company for policies starting Feb. 1. The Manitoba-based insurer announced Monday that it is offering commercial coverage in Quebec, making good on a promise made to the province’s brokers…