Goslings

The Flock of The Ontario Pond of the Honourable Order of the Blue Goose gathered at the Old Mill in Toronto on Feb. 18 for the 2009 initiation of the Goslings. The evening started with a dinner and cocktails before Jamie Dunn, custodian of the goslings, presented the 15 candidates. Only Ontario ganders were present […]

March 31, 2009 | Last updated on October 1, 2024
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The Flock of The Ontario Pond of the Honourable Order of the Blue Goose gathered at the Old Mill in Toronto on Feb. 18 for the 2009 initiation of the Goslings. The evening started with a dinner and cocktails before Jamie Dunn, custodian of the goslings, presented the 15 candidates. Only Ontario ganders were present during the initiation ceremony. Jack Fitch, most loyal grand gander, read the charge and Bob Jackson, most loyal gander, read the admonition. •

Why insurers won their dispute over a $50-million excess policy

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Why insurers won their dispute over a $50-million excess policy

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Quebec flooding raises 2024 NatCat losses to $7.6 billion

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Entering a car to escape assault is not an auto accident

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Entering a car to escape assault is not an auto accident

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