OIBA Open House

The Ottawa Insurance Brokers Association held its OIBA Open House on Apr. 21 at the historic Aberdeen Pavillion in Ottawa. With more than 600 attendees, the event kicked-off with a ‘Free Education Seminar’ offering three free RIBO hours. The Open House included a large trade show, including a wide range of exhibitors from all segments […]

May 31, 2011 | Last updated on October 1, 2024
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The Ottawa Insurance Brokers Association held its OIBA Open House on Apr. 21 at the historic Aberdeen Pavillion in Ottawa. With more than 600 attendees, the event kicked-off with a ‘Free Education Seminar’ offering three free RIBO hours. The Open House included a large trade show, including a wide range of exhibitors from all segments of the industry. Organizers announced that, based on the success of the event, it was sure to become an annual addition to the calendar.

<span style=color:#ff0000>2024 Underwriters of the Year |</span>Katie Witt, Senior Underwriter, HD Mutual Insurance Company

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<span style=color:#ff0000>2024 Underwriters of the Year |</span> Monica Waddell, Personal Lines Underwriter, Intact Insurance

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