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How to help your building industry clients push back on tariff threat

A 25% tariff threat on Canadian goods entering the U.S. requires brokers to pull a some levers to help builder clients parry potential risks

By Philip Porado | January 29, 2025

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Latest loss estimate for summer 2024’s Jasper wildfires

Catastrophes Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ) updates its loss Jasper Alberta loss estimate to $1.233 billion.

By Philip Porado | January 27, 2025

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Why FSRA’s sharpening focus on accident benefits billing

Ontario’s financial services regulator is monitoring medical services fraud related to auto accident insurance claims in the province.

By Philip Porado | January 24, 2025

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Major mutual insurer names new executive team

Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company names its new executive leadership team following installation of its new president and CEO

By Canadian Underwriter Staff | January 23, 2025

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Do basement apartment tenants buy the right coverage?

Major floods in Toronto raise questions about whether owners and tenants of basement apartment arrangements have adequate insurance.

By Canadian Underwriter Staff | January 22, 2025

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What rising NatCats mean for Canada’s homeowners

Record-breaking 2024 insured damages from severe weather events mean homeowners must explore potential mitigations

By Canadian Underwriter Staff | January 21, 2025

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What’s got Ontario’s pharmacists examining their coverage

Ontario Pharmacists have seen their practice scope grow since 2012 when they began administering flu shots, raising issues around insurance.

By Philip Porado | January 20, 2025

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Top 2025 risk for Canadian businesses

Business interruption, including supply chain disruption, is this year's Number 1 risk for Canadian companies, says a 2025 Risk Barometer

By Philip Porado | January 15, 2025

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Why client claim doesn’t clear minimum injury hurdles

An applicant claiming she sustained functional impairment from auto accident injuries won't be removed from the minor injury guideline (MIG).

By Philip Porado | January 14, 2025

3 min read

No, Canada’s P&C workforce won’t talk about mental health

Not only won't P&C professionals take time off for themselves, they also won’t share mental health concerns with their leaders, or peers

By David Gambrill | January 13, 2025

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FSRA seeks comments on fast-track rating filings

FSRA is requesting industry comments on its proposed Automobile Insurance Rating and Underwriting Supervision Guidance.

By Philip Porado | January 10, 2025

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