The Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association’ Ontario Region Convention

The Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association’ Ontario Region Convention was held at Hockley Valley Resort in Orangeville, Ont., June 10 to 12. The program included the Annual General Meeting, golf on the beautiful Hockley Valley course (non-golfers were treated to the spa) and a president’s reception and dinner. Sincere thanks to the sponsors of the event: […]

July 31, 2010 | Last updated on October 1, 2024
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The Canadian Independent Adjusters’ Association’ Ontario Region Convention was held at Hockley Valley Resort in Orangeville, Ont., June 10 to 12. The program included the Annual General Meeting, golf on the beautiful Hockley Valley course (non-golfers were treated to the spa) and a president’s reception and dinner. Sincere thanks to the sponsors of the event: Paling Industries, VPI Inc., ServiceMaster (Barrie), Strone Construction, Custom Rehabilitation & Assessments, ServiceMaster Restore, Burke’s Restoration, Insurance Search Bureau, Higgins Proteam, Foley Restorations, First General Services. •

Beware of negligence lawsuits regarding property sale agreements

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Beware of negligence lawsuits regarding property sale agreements

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After Calgary’s record-breaking storm, do homeowners have proper hail coverage?

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Former Definity adjuster disciplined for $102K embezzlement scheme

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Former Definity adjuster disciplined for $102K embezzlement scheme

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