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M&A

The art of the Navacord-Acera deal

Canadian Underwriter talks to the deal's architects about the story and strategy behind the brokerages' mega-merger.

February 4, 2026

4 min read

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Claims

Recovery | Step 1 towards resolving claims quickly (no machines necessary)

During the first 30 days of a claim, the power of good communication between the claimants' lawyers and adjusters cannot be overstated

By Sandra Train, Senior Associate, Howie, Sacks and Henry | February 4, 2026

4 min read

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Claims

Note to clients: We used to douse wildfires. Now, we’re just trying to contain them

Study shows climate change has created conditions for hotter, fiercer, bigger wildfires that are increasingly difficult to douse

By David Gambrill | January 30, 2026

2 min read

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Your Business

Insurance policy doesn’t entitle family to additional rebuilding costs: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of Canada sided with Trillium Mutual

By Jim Bronskill, The Canadian Press | January 30, 2026

2 min read