Our submission supports the modernization of FSRA’s processes and systems. We welcome plans for a new FSRA portal to improve licensing and registration processes.
Insurance Council of BC Consultation on Rules Amendments – June 1, 2022
Our submission asks to Insurance Council of BC to consider expanding the responsibilities of level 1 salespeople to allow them to bind both auto and home policies. We also suggest ways to simplify and clarify rules for licensees.
FSRA 2022-07 – Proposed Principles of Conduct for Insurance Intermediaries - May 3, 2022
Our submission supports FSRA’s proposal to adopt the CISRO’s Principles of Conduct for Insurance Intermediaries, which reflects common regulator standards for insurance intermediaries in Canada.
FSRA 2022-06 – Proposed Principle-based Regulation - April 29, 2022
Our submission urges FSRA to focus on reducing the regulatory burden on insurers by adding efficiency to its six principles in its proposed principle-based regulatory framework. We tell FSRA that we look forward to providing feedback on detailed rules and prescriptive requirements in the framework, as well as FSRA’s transition roadmap.
BC Supervision of General Insurance Level 1 Salespersons Guidelines - April 8, 2022
Our submission supports the Insurance Council of BC’s proposed guidelines and suggests improvements to reduce the administrative burden on insurers. Suggested changes relate to notice of salesperson departures and inspection of virtual offices.
Our submission suggests ways that FSRA can better harmonize its ORM guidance with other jurisdictions. We also propose some more practical approaches to guidance for reporting and resolution of errors.
FCNB Rule INS-002 Insurance Fees - February 18, 2022
While noting the significant increase proposed, our submission recognizes that FCNB’s standard fee for resident and non-resident agents brings it in line with other jurisdictions. It also asks FCNB to consider setting a cap on recoverable expenses.
Insurance Council of Manitoba Notice of Consultation – Potential change to Manitoba’s General Insurance Licensing Rules – February 10, 2022
Our submission asks the Council for rule revisions to support agents working remotely in Manitoba. It explains how supervisory conditions are met in virtual offices and calls for a more principles-based approach to future regulation.
FCNB Rule INS-001 Insurance Intermediaries Licensing and Obligations – February 8, 2022 Our submission thanks FCNB for eliminating the requirement for Level 1 agents to work in a specified location. It also asks FCNB to look at revising some requirements to allow insurers to innovate and reduce administrative burdens. |