Rigby Insurance is now Westland Insurance

New name, same great company

While you’ll continue to deal with the same great team and receive the same service you’ve come to expect from Rigby Insurance, there’s now expanded capacity, broader underwriting capabilities, and improved claims support with Westland Insurance. We’ll go the extra mile every step of the way to provide you with a personalized coverage solution.

Westland Insurance Acquires Bunnell Hitchon Insurance Brokers and Rigby Insurance, Expands Presence in Ontario and Alberta

SURREY, BRITISH COLUMBIA – January 6, 2022 – Westland Insurance Group Ltd., Canada’s largest independent Canadian-owned brokerage, is very excited to announce the acquisition of Bunnell Hitchon Insurance Brokers in Brantford and Milton, Ontario, and Rigby Insurance in Calgary, Alberta.

“Bunnell Hitchon represents a tremendous cornerstone acquisition for us in Ontario, a market fundamental to our growth strategy” comments Jamie Lyons, President & Chief Operating Officer of Westland. “Founded in 1890, Bunnell Hitchon is a highly respected independent brokerage that enjoys a stellar reputation, outstanding leadership and an enviable history of client service. We extend a warm welcome to Mike Moore, Tony Silva and the entire Bunnell Hitchon team.”

“Rigby Insurance – like Westland – is a second-generation family business that has been serving Alberta since 1965. Rigby is a fantastic addition to Westland’s P&C Insurance brokerage operations,” says Lyons. “The brokerage, expertise of the team and presence in Calgary is strategically complementary to our overall operations. The acquisition supports the continued growth in the Alberta market for Westland and we’re proud to welcome the dedicated team at Rigby to the family.”

With these acquisitions, Westland now has over 2,200 employees serving communities coast-to-coast across Canada.

 

About Westland Insurance Group

Westland Insurance Group is one of the largest and fastest growing insurance brokers in Canada. Trading over $4 billion of premium, Westland continues to expand coast to coast. Westland’s brokers provide expertise and advisory-based services across commercial, personal, employee benefits, farm, and specialty insurance segments. The company’s mission is to protect individuals, businesses, and communities across Canada with trusted advice and tailored insurance solutions. As a Canadian-based company, Westland is proud to support local communities, Canadian jobs, and a strong economy. For more information, please visit westlandinsurance.ca

 

Media Contact:

Westland Insurance Group Ltd.
Jessica Thiessen, Director, Organizational Change Management & Corporate Communications
[email protected] 

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