Industry

2024 Underwriters of the Year | Roman Babej, Underwriter, Intact Insurance

Roman Babej’s insurance career spans nearly 30 years and various roles that have earned him a deep understanding of the industry to deliver excellent service to his brokers. With a BA from the University of Toronto, a CIP designation from the Insurance Institute and training in quality assurance from Humber College, Babej began his journey […]

September 4, 2024

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Protecting Canadian truckers from a tough U.S. claims environment

U.S. courts often issue harsh verdicts against Canadian trucks that get into accidents while driving in the United States

By Phil | September 3, 2024

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Insurers profitable in Q2, but Cats to hound earnings in Q3

P&C insurers report strong net earnings in 2024's first half, but can expect challenges to their underwriting profitability from this summer.

By Alyssa DiSabatino | September 3, 2024

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2024 Underwriters of the Year | Dave Allan, Personal Lines Underwriter, Portage Mutual Insurance

Dave Allan’s insurance career reflects a blend of deep experience on the broker and insurer side that has contributed to his success over the years. After graduating from Mohawk College’s Insurance program in 1996, he worked as a broker for 12 years before accepting an underwriting position in 2009. This expertise and understanding of both […]

September 3, 2024

3 min read