Industry
The federal government announced Monday it is looking for a contractor with expertise in marine risk to conduct a risk assessment on spills, from ships and oil handling facilities, of hazardous substances in Canadian waters. “The completion of this pan-Canadian risk assessment will provide the government and industry with risk information upon which appropriate prevention, […]
By Canadian Underwriter | February 5, 2013
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Responding to Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath’s proposal to reduce auto insurance rates in the province by 15%, the Insurance Bureau of Canada said Monday that the proposal misses the mark. “…(B)and aid solutions may score political points, but for the long term all stakeholders need to continue to push for needed reforms and fight […]
By Canadian Underwriter | February 4, 2013
Hub International Limited announced Monday that it has acquired a group home and auto insurance program book of business for members of Actra Fraternal Benefits Society (AFBS), a Toronto, Ont. based firm. The book of business was acquired from Dale Parizeau Morris Mackenzie Inc. The AFBS group home and auto insurance program will become part […]
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The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) and the Toyota Canada Foundation have launched a new education program to teach the public more about vehicle safety features, as the groups suggest that only a third of Canadians understand how such features really work. “Cars today are equipped with more safety features than ever before. Knowing more […]
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Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwarth has listed several of the party’s proposals and priorities for the new legislative session, with lowering car insurance rates among them. Among the ideas, listed Monday, would be a mandate for the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) to reduce auto insurance rates in the province by 15% by March […]
Square One Insurance has issued a cautionary note to home and condo owners undertaking renovations, warning them to verify the liability and workers’ compensation coverage of contractors. In a press release Friday, Vancouver-based Square One noted even small renovations could affect home insurance coverage. It also gives advice in cases where a contractor’s faulty work […]
By Canadian Underwriter | February 1, 2013
RIMS, the Risk Management Society, has donated $30,000 to The William H. McGannon Foundation, a charitable nonprofit organization that provides funding and resources to support the advancement of the risk management and insurance professions in Canada. The donation was presented at the McGannon Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Luncheon in Toronto by RIMS Executive Director Mary Roth. “RIMS’ mission […]
A Quebec insurance company has partnered with an air ambulance service to offer no-fee emergency assistance, up to a certain amount, beginning this May. La Capitale General Insurance has partnered with Airmedic, to allow the insurer’s clients who have a snowmobile or leisure vehicle insurance policy and another home or auto insurance policy with La […]
The 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?
By Bruce Derraugh, Chief Operating Officer, FirstOnSite Restoration | January 31, 2013
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Brokers and insurers can greatly benefit from standards-based systems that allow them to make the most of information technology. The consistent implementation of standards can help achieve both cost and time savings.
By Grant Patten, Communications Specialist, Centre for Study of Insurance Operations | January 31, 2013
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