HERE COMES THE FLOOD—HOW CLIMATE CHANGE IS IMPACTING WATER SYSTEMS

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For many Canadians, the impacts of climate change are associated with the Arctic or low-lying tropical Pacific islands flooded by rising sea levels—a mindset that causes complacency and unpreparedness as Canadian households become increasingly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. In this talk, hosts of TVO series The Water Brothers break down how Canadians are being impacted by flood and extreme weather, how Ontario can address its aging water infrastructure and what brokers can do to spread awareness and champion the charge to solve this national and global challenge.

MARKETING TO MILLENNIALS

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Marketers have shifted from mass to millennial—a generation in the thick of life’s biggest moments, claiming their position as head of household—and every brand is competing for their attention. Learn Andrew’s winning formula for millennial engagement based on his research and experience working with some of today’s largest brands including Microsoft, 3M and Scotiabank. Find out the latest in lifestyle habits, psychographic insights, social media trends, shopping habits and breakthrough marketing strategies to help your brokerage successfully target this growing demographic.

FEDERAL ELECTION 2019—WHAT'S NEXT?

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Fresh off Canada’s 2019 Federal Election mid-October, Ginny joins us to explain how election results will impact both Canada and the province of Ontario, focusing on the implications to small and large businesses and the broader insurance industry. Having worked at Queen’s Park as party organizer for the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario and appearing as panelist and contributor on CTV and City TV, Ginny focuses on the disruptive economy space, helping clients navigate regulatory and legislative challenges and various political issues within today’s landscape.

THE TALENT PIPELINE

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Recruitment is a recurring theme across the insurance industry—specifically how to find and keep the right talent to bring businesses to the next level. In this talk, gain perspective on today’s talent pipeline, the young broker demographic, current retention and recruitment strategies and how brokerages are successfully positioning themselves to attract this next generation of talent.

THE FUTURE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IN ONTARIO

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How will Ontario’s new regulatory body—the Financial Services Regulatory Authority—streamline auto insurance rate regulation, reduce regulatory burden and move toward file-and-use? In this talk, Don Forgeron, President & CEO of the Insurance Bureau of Canada, interviews the FSRA’s Executive VP of Auto/Insurance, Tim Bzowey, on the transition from FSCO and significant industry issues and developments including the timing of electronic pink slips in Ontario.

Sponsored by the Insurance Bureau of Canada.