Paul Aquino

In the Lab with Origin and Cause: Destructive Testing – Thank you for making the first live webinar a success

Thank you to everyone who took the time to take part in yesterday’s webinar. It was our first one conducted In The Lab, and we are very pleased to report that we hit a record level of attendance! We are proud to announce our next FREE webinar taking place November 23rd In The Lab, In […]

By Paul Aquino | October 7, 2016

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Giffin Koerth is now -30- Forensic Engineering

Toronto, ON 7 October 2016 – Giffin Koerth, a leading forensic engineering firm, this week unveiled a new brand identity through the introduction of a new name and logo. The new brand signifies growth and transformation and celebrates the culture of world-class forensic expertise built over the company’s 14 year history. Giffin Koerth will now […]

By Paul Aquino | October 6, 2016

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New President Announced for the Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association

The Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association is pleased to announce that Heather Matthews, CIP, CRM, CIOP was inaugurated as the association’s 32nd president. Matthews assumed the role from outgoing president, Fred Plant, during the CIAA Annual Conference held September 22 – 25, 2016 in St. Andrews, New Brunswick. “My involvement in CIAA has been a fast […]

By Paul Aquino | October 6, 2016

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The Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association 2016 – 2017 Executive Team

The Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association is pleased to announce their newly elected Executive for the 2016 – 2017 term. Heather Matthews, CIP, CRM, CIOP was inaugurated as the association’s 32nd President taking over from outgoing President, Fred Plant, AIIC during the CIAA Annual Conference held September 22 – 25, 2016 in St. Andrews, New Brunswick. […]

By Paul Aquino | October 6, 2016

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Katherine Hanratty Joins Cunningham Lindsey as Chief Operating Officer for Canada

Mississauga, Ontario – Albert Poon, President, Cunningham Lindsey Canada Claims Services Ltd. (“CLC”) is pleased to announce Katherine Hanratty, MBA, has joined CLC as Chief Operating Officer effective immediately. Katherine will be providing operational leadership to the Canadian operations in addition to developing and executing corporate strategic initiatives. “I know I speak on behalf of […]

By Paul Aquino | October 4, 2016

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David Cook Named President of ENCON

Jean Laurin to Retire After 30-Years of Service OTTAWA, ON – September 19, 2016 – ENCON Group Inc., a leading managing general agent (MGA) in Canada, today announced that David Cook, the company’s Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO), will assume the role of President effective November 1, 2016. Cook succeeds Jean Laurin, who is retiring. Cook […]

By Paul Aquino | September 19, 2016

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As Insurance Claims Fraud Evolves, Technology is Fighting Back

When it comes to insurance fraud, the bad guys never seem to run out of ways to cheat the system. It’s a staggering problem – probably bigger than you think. Just how big? Fraud is prevalent in every line of insurance. Just one example – industry studies estimate that 10 percent or more of property/casualty […]

By Paul Aquino | September 8, 2016

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Mechanical Engineer, Ryan Cockle, P.Eng., joins the Origin and Cause Team

Origin and Cause is proud to welcome Ryan Cockle, P.Eng., CFEI, CVFI, CFII to the team in Ancaster, Ontario. Ryan is an incredibly respected Forensic Mechanical Engineer, coming to Origin and Cause with over 10 years of experience investigating vehicle, heavy equipment, and structural fires. He also has an extensive background investigating product failures, and […]

By Paul Aquino | September 8, 2016

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Brian King named 2016 International Investigator of the Year

Brian D. King is voted International Investigator of the Year at the 62nd Annual General Meeting of the Council of International Investigators (C.I.I.) in Gothenburg, Sweden. TORONTO – September 1, 2016 – Jeremy H. King, Executive Vice President of King International Advisory Group (KIAG), is pleased to announce that Brian D. King, President and CEO […]

By Paul Aquino | August 31, 2016

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Origin and Cause Featured in The Globe and Mail’s “Report on Business” Magazine

Following a fire that destroyed three buildings, resulting in an estimated $4.5 million in damage, the Globe profiles Ken Swan, Fire and Explosion Investigator, as he works to uncover answers to the critical questions: What happened? Where and how did the fire start? Who are the involved parties? Accepted as an expert witness in criminal […]

By Paul Aquino | August 31, 2016

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EFI Global Opens New Location in Moncton, NB

EFI Global is pleased to announce the official opening of their newest office in Moncton, New Brunswick, effective July 15, 2016, led by Mr. Bryan Wattie, B.Eng, EIT. Bryan is a junior engineer with a Master’s degree in Bioresource Engineering. His M.Sc. work included modification and characterization of natural fibres for oil absorption, with an academic […]

By Paul Aquino | August 29, 2016

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