Many Hands Make Light Work
Ontario Mutual Insurance Association (OMIA)
Ontario Mutuals, established in 1882, are independent, 100% Canadian property and casualty insurance companies. With no shareholders, Ontario Mutuals fosters a vibrant community focus, where policyholders become members and owners, united in their commitment to the greater good.
From humble beginnings in fire insurance, they’ve evolved into sophisticated providers of home, auto, commercial, and farm insurance. OMIA, their trade association, supports over 35 independent Canadian Mutual insurance companies across Ontario, offering leadership and guidance in navigating market issues. Member company directors and staff have the opportunity though OMIA, to exchange ideas and best practices, embodying their motto of “We’re in this together.” Learn More
Farm Mutual Re (FMRe)
Farm Mutual Re was established in 1959 after many of the Canadian Mutual insurance companies came together to form their own reinsurance company to better protect themselves and their policyholders against catastrophic loss. As a reinsurer, they help mutual insurers keep their promises, providing financial stability and insurance capacity as well as expertise in insurance product development, analytics, claims management and loss control. The relationship between the Farm Mutual Re and its members is unique in the industry, being based in “mutual” values and collaboration. Learn More
Canadian Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (CAMIC)
CAMIC is a trade association of property and casualty insurance companies formed as mutuals. Its role is to provide information, research and advocacy to its members in areas of general concern and to negotiate supply agreements for goods and services of common needs. Learn More
National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC)
Since 1985, NAMIC has made a significant and lasting impact on the property and casualty insurance industry.
NAMIC’s foundation is built upon its diversity in membership and grassroots strength. Companies range from size from one person operating a small farm mutual company offering property insurance for wind and fire exposures to some of the worlds’ largest insurers providing comprehensive commercial and personal lines coverage. NAMIC benefits member companies through government relations, public affairs, education, arbitration services and insurance programs. Learn More
Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC)
IBC is the leading insurance industry association for Canada’s home, auto, and commercial insurers, encompassing 90% of the country’s P&C insurance market. Leveraging collective expertise, IBC shapes policy, advocates for the market competitiveness and sustainability, and drives impactful change in the insurance sector, actively representing its members’ interests. Learn More
Insurance Institute of Canada
Established in 1899, the Institute, a not-for-profit organization, now serves over 41,000+ members nation-wide through 19 volunteer-driven provincial institutes and chapters. They set industry standards through education programs leading to designations such as the Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) and Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional (FCIP). Their membership includes 20,000+ students and 18,000+ IIC designation graduates, shaping the future of insurance with dedication and expertise. Learn More
Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA)
FSRA is a regulatory agency of the Ministry of Finance that regulates insurance, pension plans, loan and trust companies, credit unions, caisses popularies, mortgage brokering, and cooperative corporations in Ontario. Learn More