Announcements

ENCON Group Inc. Announces Stand-alone Commercial General Liability Program

OTTAWA, ON – ENCON Group Inc., a leading managing general agent in Canada, announced today a new, stand-alone commercial general liability (CGL) insurance offering through its Alternative Insurance Market. Previously only offered as a complement to other insurance lines, ENCON’s monoline CGL policy targets a broader array of clients across Canada with more varied risk […]

By Canadian Underwriter | March 3, 2014

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Announcements

Granite Claims Solutions Announces Juliet Gagnon-Leaker as Vice President, National Quality Program

TORONTO – February 28, 2014 – Michael Holden, President and CEO of Granite Claims Solutions, is pleased to announce that effective immediately Juliet Gagnon-Leaker will be moving into the role of Vice President, National Quality Program for Granite Claims Solutions. Juliet has spent nearly two decades in the insurance industry, having worked across all lines […]

By Canadian Underwriter | February 28, 2014

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SPECS Limited Appoints New BC Regional Manager

Edmonton, AB– February 26, 2014 – SPECS Limited, the country’s leading provider of independent property damage and consulting services is pleased to announce the appointment of Aaron Visser as BC Regional Manager. In his new role, Aaron will execute SPECS’s operational and business development strategies for the region, drive sales support and marketing activities which, […]

By Canadian Underwriter | February 28, 2014

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Announcements

The Digital Edition of Claims Canada magazine’s February/March 2014 issue

Claims Canada magazine’s February/March 2014 issue Digital Edition, featuring Cover Story: ‘QUAKE Conundrum‘ – The risk of a major earthquake in certain regions of Canada is real, according to geoscientists and catastrophe modelers. However, the awareness level of residents in vulnerable zones, as measured by the take-up rates of private insurance, is low. Independent adjusters […]

By Canadian Underwriter | February 27, 2014

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The Digital Edition of Canadian Underwriter’s February 2014 Issue

Canadian Underwriter magazine’s February 2014 issue Digital Edition – featuring Cover Story: ‘Alternate Channels’ – While some retailers are letting customers interact using mobile technologies, social media and self-serve kiosks, the insurance industry is just starting to grapple with this “omni-channel environment.” Some say that carriers have done little more than move the paper-based transaction […]

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Roofers Plus to Host Haag Residential Certification Course in Calgary from March 18th 20th, 2014

CALGARY – Roofers Plus – Canada’s largest roofing network – will be hosting a Haag Residential Roof Inspector Certification Course in Calgary from March 18th – 20th, at The Centennial Calgary Branch. The IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) has approved two (2) IICRC Continuing Education Credits for attendee registrants in the cleaning / restoration, or inspection or master […]

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Cira Medical Services Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation

Canada’s leading provider of medical assessments and health services is recognized on international stage, receives CARF’s highest level of accreditation TORONTO, February 24, 2014—Cira Medical Services (Cira) is pleased to announce that it has received a Three-Year Accreditation for its Independent Evaluation Services (IES) program from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) International, […]

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Another Annual Big Mingle Success Thanks to Our Sponsors

TORONTO–On February 4th, Giffin Koerth and Blouin, Dunn celebrated The 8th Annual Big Mingle at The Fifth Social Club in Toronto. The client event gathered together senior insurance professionals from across the country. This year, The Big Mingle drew record crowds to a warm-up to the Winter Olympics as guests proudly paid tribute to all […]

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8 new industry event galleries have been added to the Photo Gallery at CanadianUnderwriter.ca

As featured in the January 2014 issue of Canadian Underwriter magazine, 8 new industry event galleries have been added to the Photo Gallery at: http://www.canadianunderwriter.ca/gallery, including events: RIMS’ Québec Chapter (AGRAQ/QRIMA) Luncehon, November 21, 2013 Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) MRAT Launch, November 21, 2013 ENCON Toronto-Area Broker Reception, November 21, 2013 […]

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Canadian Underwriter launches insBlogs.com

Canadian Underwriter magazine – Insurance Media Group is excited to launch insBlogs.com – a collection of industry-specific blogs hosted by a selection of industry experts from all segments of the market, covering a wide spectrum of topic areas and subject matter. Over the next few months, Canadian Underwriter will be inviting individuals to host their […]

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