NEWS
November 24, 2023 Thompson's News article: CADRI complains to FSRA about pace of auto review. A group of direct insurers has called on the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario to pick up the pace with its ongoing review of auto insurance rate regulation. Commenting on the regulator’s proposed statement of priorities for 2024-25, the Canadian Association of Direct Relationship Insurers said the combined uncertainty of the strategic review’s outcome and the potential for increased regulatory interaction restrict insurers’ ability to plan, mitigate risks and balance their customers’ needs with affordability issues. “We have concerns about the progress of this review and seek — sooner rather than later — clarity on its proposed outcomes including guidance on fairness and a supervisory framework that moves beyond rates and underwriting into governance,” CADRI CEO Geoffrey Beechey said in the association’s response. CADRI also cited an issue which was not included in the statement of priorities: a need for the FSRA’s leadership nationally. They noted that the FSRA’s leadership at pan-Canadian regulatory groups such as the Canadian Council of Insurance Regulators and the Canadian Insurance Services Regulatory Organizations is well-respected. Mr. Beechey said that in the absence of harmonization, regulators should be comfortable relying on the approvals and licences issued by their peers across the country. CADRI represents Allstate, Aviva, Belairdirect, Co-operators, Desjardins, RBC Insurance, Sonnet Insurance and TD Insurance. |
November 13, 2023 We call on FSRA to end the uncertainty arising from its still-ongoing review of auto rate regulation. |
August 2, 2023 CADRI asks for more information about proposed license fee increases for BC agents. |
February 10, 2023 Our three recommendations to Ontario’s Pre-Budget Consultation call for enhanced fairness, choice and competition to benefit Ontario drivers. |
February 3, 2023 Nova Scotia Auto Insurance Review: we call for a more efficient rate filing process to provide consumers with affordable, accessible, innovative insurance in a competitive marketplace. |