Broktoberfest: 2025 IBAS Leaders Summit

This is where leadership meets lederhosen! Join us on Friday, October 17, at the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel in brew-tiful downtown Saskatoon for the can’t miss insurance event of the year!

Delegates will learn from one another’s experiences, network with industry decision-makers, raise a stein to broker achievements across Saskatchewan, and have a direct voice in shaping IBAS’s advocacy and operational priorities.

Broker attendees are eligible to receive four CE credit hours.

Check back soon for registration and full details.

Free Registration

Each IBAS member brokerage receives one free full registration, courtesy of SGI CANADA. To take advantage of this exclusive member benefit, sign up as you would normally. Upon checkout, you will then be prompted to add an optional promo code. A code that is unique to each brokerage will be e-mailed to member principals, and will reduce the sub-total by $499. If you've misplaced your code, please contact community@ibas.ca. 

Before the Event

Prior to the 2025 Leaders Summit, on Thursday, October 16, IBAS will be hosting several member meetings and optional events. Details to be announced.

Summit Program

Please note this schedule is subject to change.

8:30 – 10 a.m.: Keynote Breakfast: 'Creating Customer Magic'
Centre/East Ballroom  |  Sponsored by Red River Mutual

For more than 30 years, Anne Belliveau has been at the forefront of shaping some of Canada’s premier brands, from Telus and Tennis Canada to the Just for Laughs comedy empire and in her current role as chief experience officer with Cirque du Soleil. In this dynamic keynote, Anne will share how your team and organization can navigate the perils of transformation by using what you already have to drive customer loyalty and build your bottom line.

10:30 – 11:30 a.m.: Panel Discussion: ‘The Three Wise Men’
Centre/East Ballroom  |  Sponsored by Sandbox Mutual Insurance

Get your popcorn ready! We’ll sit down with three of the P&C insurance industry’s leading experts to tackle the issues impacting both brokers and carriers across Saskatchewan and beyond. Featured guests include Peter Braid (CEO, Insurance Brokers Association of Canada), Aaron Sutherland (Vice President, Western & Pacific, Insurance Bureau of Canada), and Pete Tessier (Host, The Insurance Podcast).

12 – 1:45 p.m.: Keynote Luncheon
Centre/East Ballroom  |  Sponsored by Intact Insurance

Details to be announced.

2:15 – 3:15 p.m.: IBAS Members Meeting (Members Only)
Top of the Inn Ballroom  |  Sponsored by CAA Insurance

Details to be announced.

3:15 – 3:30 p.m.: Grand Prize Draw (Members Only)
Top of the Inn Ballroom  |  Sponsored by Saskatchewan Blue Cross

Immediately following the Members Meeting, we will be drawing for the Summit grand prize — valued at roughly $5,000. But there is a catch: You must be present, in the room at the time of the draw, to win — no exceptions!

3:30 – 6:30 p.m.: Booths & Beer Showcase
Lobby Level  |  Exhibitor Trivia Contest Sponsored by My Mutual Insurance  

Grab a pint, network with colleagues, and visit with key vendors setup throughout the main floor:

• 1 exhibitor in Carver's Lounge
• 1 exhibitor in Scarlet Restaurant
• 1 exhibitor in the Hampton's Room
• 8 exhibitors in the Convention Foyer
• 15 exhibitors in the South/West Room

6:30 – 10:30 p.m.: Chair's Banquet & Comedy Night
Centre/East Ballroom  |  Sponsored by Wawanesa Insurance & SGI CANADA

Gather in the ‘beer hall’ for a night of laughter and celebration! While we’d never say no to traditional Oktoberfest attire, we’re guessing that’s not your thing, so we encourage everyone to dress fall casual: jeans, flannel, your favourite sweater (your #BrokersCare crewneck, perhaps?) — get comfy! The program will include the presentation of the 30-year IBAS Broker Service Awards, the presentation of the 7th annual Community Leadership Award, and — back by popular demand — a return performance by Dave Hemstad, one of Canada’s top stand-up comedians.

10:30 p.m. – Close: Summit Afterparty
Top of the Inn Ballroom  |  Sponsored by SGI CANADA

Details to be announced.

Hotel Rooms

Upon completing your online registration, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that contains hotel details. Please note that only IBAS broker members may reserve hotel rooms through the online booking link. All partners must book rooms by contacting the IBAS events team at community@ibas.ca. 

Ticket Information

Online registration is for IBAS broker members only. All non-broker/partner inquiries must be facilitated through the IBAS events team by contacting community@ibas.ca. Any ineligible registration will be automatically cancelled and refunded.

Full registration is all-inclusive. Each guest receives seated access in the main ballroom, three meals, complimentary snacks and refreshments, industry-leading speakers and entertainment, a delegate gift, the chance to win amazing prizes, as well as full access to our afternoon and evening open bar.