Announcements

Cira Medical Services supports employers through Health Assess to help better support employees challenged with substance abuse and addiction

TORONTO, May 2, 2014—Cira Medical Services (Cira) advocates for diagnosis and support for individuals challenged with substance abuse. The recent announcement by Toronto’s Mayor serves as a cautionary example of the financial and human consequences of employee substance abuse in the workplace. “I hope recent events encourage people in Toronto and across Canada to feel […]

By Canadian Underwriter | May 1, 2014

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SPECS Limited Introduces Online File Submission Tool

Edmonton, AB – SPECS Limited, the country’s leading provider of independent property damage and consulting services is pleased to announce the introduction of a new online file submission tool available through www.specs.ca. We created this tool in response to customer requests and is simply an additional channel of communication. The online tool is available 24/7 […]

By Canadian Underwriter | May 1, 2014

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10 new industry event galleries have been added to the Photo Gallery at CanadianUnderwriter.ca

As featured in the April 2014 issue of Canadian Underwriter magazine, 10 new industry event galleries have been added to the Photo Gallery at: http://www.canadianunderwriter.ca/gallery, including events: SCM’s 5th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Charity Social, Mar 13 FIRST Insurance Funding Of Canada First Championship Cup, Mar 13 McCague Borlack LLP Annual Winter Fest Celebration, Feb 27 […]

By Canadian Underwriter | May 1, 2014

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Announcements

High Tech Roofing! Require roofing? Get a live quote without anyone visiting your home

Calgary, AB – A Calgary Company, Roofers Plus Canada, has just given all home owners a luxurious gift – live roofing estimates from the comfort of your couch. No salesman at your door. No strangers on your roof. No waiting for your quote. Better yet – this service is free. Technology has advanced and Roofers Plus […]

By Canadian Underwriter | April 30, 2014

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Biomechanical analysis contributes to more informed decisions

Toronto: April 30, 2014: With biomechanical analysis the legal and insurance industries in Canada have an additional tool to more accurately assess the cause and extent of injuries. Dr Sam Howarth, a biomechanical expert with Rochon Engineering, explained the use of biomechanical techniques and analysis to lawyers at a symposium organized by Multi Disciplinary Assessment […]

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Legal decisions changing Bodily Injury claims processes

Toronto, April 29, 2014: Adjusters and insurers are urged to be very specific in outlining to the insured person all the reasons why Insurer Examinations are reasonably required, or there may be serious consequences, warns Laurie Walker of Granite Claims Solutions and Jason Frost of Hughes Amys LLP. Speaking at a symposium for the legal […]

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South Western Group – the Broker’s Market for ‘Prize Indemnity Insurance’

Looking to generate revenue or public interest in your insured’s product? South Western Group can help to protect your client if there is a winner! Typically, an organizer needs to offer a large prize in order to attract participants. The issue/challenge occurs when the prize is won. With Prize Indemnity Insurance, the organiser can offer a […]

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Digital Edition of Canadian Underwriter magazine’s April 2014 Issue

Canadian Underwriter magazine’s April 2014 issue Digital Edition Cover Story: ‘Power Play’ Mergers and acquisitions activity involving brokerages shows few signs of letting up, looking like it will remain hot to warm over the next year or so before cooling off. How will all this coming together affect broker independence, available distribution, choice for customers […]

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FIRST CEO Joe Micallef presents what your clients really want at the IBAH Luncheon, May 14, 2014

Members of the Insurance Brokers Association of Hamilton are invited to hear about “The Value of Building Better Client Relationships”, facilitated by FIRST Insurance Funding of Canada’s CEO, Joe Micallef on May 14, 2014. During this IBAH Luncheon, Joe examines retention factors and what clients really want. Joe shares tactics on how you can enhance […]

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