Industry

Commentary: Preventing policies without limits

The recent case of Surespan Structures Ltd. v. Lloyds Underwriters presents a cautionary tale for underwriters. Underwriters will want to consider the principles expressed in this case. Among them, if limits to coverage are intended, then clear limits should be expressed with respect to each grant of coverage. As in statutory interpretation, there is a […]

By David Gambrill | July 12, 2021

4 min read

Why construction insurance rates are starting to climb

Canada’s lack of skilled workers means construction projects may not be hitting the mark in terms of quality and craftsmanship, leading to the greater likelihood of an insurance claim. It’s already happening, observes Darren Tasker, head of energy and construction in Canada for Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty. “We saw it from the insurance side […]

By Adam Malik | July 12, 2021

3 min read

Canadian MGA association selects MaryKate Townsend as president

MaryKate Townsend of Pacific Marine Underwriting Managers (PMU) has been named president of The Canadian Association of Managing General Agents (CAMGA), a national trade association representing MGAs in Canada’s property and casualty insurance industry. Michael Lough of Intact Public Entities is chairman of the board. Commenting on her new role as president, Townsend said she […]

By Jason Contant | July 12, 2021

2 min read

Cyber insurance rates likely to rise amid escalating ransomware attacks

TORONTO – Companies looking to purchase insurance against cyberattacks in which their data is held for ransom will soon find it more expensive and difficult to obtain, according to a cybersecurity expert. Brent Arnold, a partner at law firm Gowlings WLG in Toronto, said Canada is facing a proliferation of criminal attacks that use software […]

By Jason Contant | July 12, 2021

2 min read