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2024 Underwriters of the Year | Brad Clisdell, Commercial Underwriter, Aviva Canada

Brad Clisdell began his insurance journey with Aviva Canada 20 years ago in a part-time position while he was studying. He took on a full-time underwriting assistant position in 2005 after completing his Diploma in Management Studies with a major in Insurance and Risk Management from Grant MacEwan Community College. Since then, Clisdell has grown […]

September 18, 2024

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Will CrowdStrike event trigger a cyber hard market?

The CrowdStrike event shouldn’t trigger the next cyber hard market or lead to significant rate increases, a CFC expert said during a webinar.

By Jason Contant | September 17, 2024

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2024 Underwriters of the Year | Martine Chouinard, Commercial Underwriter, L’Unique General Insurance

Martine Chouinard’s career spans nearly four decades, and her insurance journey reflects her dedication to the industry, commitment to her brokers, and passion for lifelong learning. Chouinard began her career in 1985 at Zurich in the claims department, handling opening calls from brokers and insureds. Over the years she has held various roles, including adjuster […]

September 17, 2024

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Beware of negligence lawsuits regarding property sale agreements

A home insurer may have to defend a negligence lawsuit against a homeowner, since the policy's "intentional act" exclusion may not apply.

By David Gambrill | September 16, 2024

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