In partnership with Saskatchewan Blue Cross, the inaugural award was presented at the 2019 Chair's Banquet, Friday, October 18 in Saskatoon. Henderson Insurance was recognized in the 'Brokerage Category,' while Scott Gilbert of Gilbert Agencies in Unity was selected in the 'Individual Broker Category.'

Over the past few days, IBAS has received several inquiries regarding education and licensing pathways for insurance brokers in Saskatchewan — specifically, with respect to Mr. Scheer’s time in the province’s insurance industry.

IBAS members that currently hold an E&O policy through the association's Member Insurance Program are now eligible to purchase complementing directors and officers liability coverage. This new protection is offered in Saskatchewan exclusively by Sage Advisor Resources.

For the first time in recent memory, the annual IBAS Golf Tournament was (beyond) sold-out, with a slate of 152 golfers. The event took place at The Legends Golf Course in Warman on June 18. We had wonderful weather, and an incredible showing from partners and sponsors.

The 2019 IBAS Industry Dinner was held Tuesday, April 30, with special guest speaker Brad Wall. Registration for the event once again reached capacity weeks in advance, and included senior executives from 10 insurance companies, the Insurance Bureau of Canada, the Insurance Brokers Association of Canada, and the Insurance Brokers Association of Alberta.

A new report from Deloitte Canada — commissioned by the Insurance Brokers Association of Canada with the support of IBAS — found that insurance brokers across the country contribute $5.4 billion annually to our national economy, and sustain more than 58,000 full-time jobs.

For the second straight year, the Saskatchewan Summit of Young Insurance Professionals was a smash hit, attracting a capacity crowd of roughly 140 brokers, insurance company representatives, adjusters, and other industry stakeholders.