Two senior leaders to join Aviva Canada’s executive team

Aviva Canada has appointed two senior leaders to its executive leadership team, reporting to CEO Tracy Garrad. Garth Pepper joins as managing director of Aviva business insurance and Pascal Dessureault will become chief public affairs, marketing and communications officer. Pepper…The post Two senior leaders to join Aviva Canada’s executive team appeared first on Canadian Underwriter.

Ottawa man, 33, faces number of internet child luring charges

A 33-year-old Ottawa faces several charges related to child luring after the suspect was arrested Thursday. In a release, Ottawa Police Services said the force’s internet child exploitation (ICE), with assistance from a number of other units, executed a warrant at an east end residence, where the suspect was arrested. Police said the investigation was […]

Insurtech Canada Announced as Title Sponsor for Amplify Broker TechFest

TORONTO, ON, AUGUST 2, 2024/insPRESS/ – Amplify Broker TechFest, hosted by Trufla, is proud to announce Insurtech Canada as the title sponsor for this year’s event. This partnership highlights a shared commitment to driving innovation and fostering collaboration within the…The post Insurtech Canada Announced as Title Sponsor for Amplify Broker TechFest appeared first on Canadian Underwriter.

Health unit stresses precautions amid heat wave

With another midsummer heat wave over the region, public health authorities are reiterating warnings to residents to take precautions. Environment Canada has issued a heat warning that is expected to continue through Friday, with high temperatures and humidity that could affect people’s health, said officials at the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit. “Becoming […]

Canadian spying scandal and Emma Hayes’ USWNT start: Football Weekly Extra – podcast – The Guardian

Canadian spying scandal and Emma Hayes’ USWNT start: Football Weekly Extra – podcast  The GuardianCanada Soccer has a different definition of the truth than the rest of us  The Globe and MailActing head coach Spence keeps Canadian women’s soccer team focused on the field  CTV NewsUS women’s soccer team qualifies for Olympic quarterfinals as group winner after 2-1 victory over Australia  CNNReport: Canada Soccer blames Herdman for start of drone spying in program  Sportsnet.ca

How IFRS-17 changes P&C industry’s financial reporting language

Over the past year, Canada’s P&C insurance industry has been reporting its financial results using the new IFRS-17 accounting standards. The outcome recalls the biblical story of the Tower of Babel. In the Book of Genesis, everyone on Earth speaks…The post How IFRS-17 changes P&C industry’s financial reporting language appeared first on Canadian Underwriter.