Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Insurance Brokers Association of Saskatchewan
Founded in 1952, we are Saskatchewan's leading advocate for property and casualty insurance brokers, representing 99% of brokerages across the province. Our organization champions industry interests through proactive advocacy, enhances professional standards via comprehensive licensing education, and fosters collaboration among 160 brokerages and 1,800 licensed professionals. We deliver targeted consumer awareness initiatives, facilitate peer mentorship opportunities, and maintain strategic partnerships to support member growth. Our team provides concierge-style advocacy services, addressing member concerns directly through dedicated staff channels. With a 2023-26 strategic plan focused on influence, elevation, and connection, we ensure Saskatchewan brokers remain at the forefront of industry developments.Our licensing pathways align with the General Insurance Council of Saskatchewan's requirements, offering structured educational programs from Restricted Auto to Level 3 licensing. We administer exclusive member benefits including specialized insurance programs, group benefits plans, and continuing education credits. Our advocacy extends to Indigenous broker development and regulatory representation, maintaining our position as the province's trusted industry authority. Through events like the annual IBAS Leaders Summit, we combine professional development with community engagement initiatives that support local causes.
Services
Licensing Education
Continuing Education
Member Insurance Programs
Group Benefits Plan
Broker Advocacy
Cyber Insurance
Errors & Omissions Insurance
Directors & Officers Insurance
Professional Development
Indigenous Broker Development
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We represent 99% of Saskatchewan's property and casualty insurance brokerages
- We offer structured licensing pathways from Restricted Auto to Level 3 credentials
- We administer exclusive insurance programs with specialized coverage options
- We provide concierge-style advocacy services for member brokerages
- We maintain a 2023-26 strategic plan focused on industry influence and professional elevation
Services
Licensing Education
We deliver structured insurance licensing programs aligned with General Insurance Council of Saskatchewan requirements. Our pathways include Restricted Auto, Level 1-3 credentials, and continuing education credits. Programs combine CAIB courses with specialized training for commercial and personal lines brokers.
Member Insurance Programs
Exclusive insurance solutions tailored for brokerages include Errors & Omissions coverage underwritten by Swiss Re, Directors & Officers liability protection, and cyber insurance partnerships with APRIL Canada and AXIS. Policies address industry-specific risks with customizable coverage options.
Group Benefits Plan
Customizable health and wellness benefits packages available for brokerages with as few as two employees. Plans include dental coverage, disability insurance, critical illness protection, and employee assistance programs through Saskatchewan Blue Cross partnerships.
Broker Advocacy
We advocate for member interests through government relations, regulatory representation, and industry stakeholder engagement. Services include policy development, regulatory compliance support, and representation in legislative matters affecting Saskatchewan's insurance industry.
Continuing Education
Mandatory continuing education programs meet GICS requirements for license renewal. We offer courses covering industry updates, compliance changes, and specialized insurance topics to maintain professional standards for Restricted Auto through Level 3 licensees.
People
Derek Lothian
President & CEO
ICD.D designation holder leading IBAS strategic direction with over 25 years of insurance industry experience. Oversees advocacy initiatives and member services operations across Saskatchewan.
Nicole Sinclair
Vice President Editor
CAIB-certified professional managing SaskBroker Magazine content. Coordinates editorial direction and industry communications for Saskatchewan's insurance brokerage community.
Jordan Jensen
Manager, Member Services
Handles member support operations, implementing service initiatives that address brokerage needs across 250 Saskatchewan communities.
Timothy Landgraf
Manager, Finance & Operations
Oversees financial management and operational efficiency for IBAS programs, ensuring sustainable growth for Saskatchewan's insurance brokerage sector.
Jessica Eberle
Manager, Broker Development
CAIB-certified professional leading broker development initiatives, including licensing pathways and professional growth opportunities for Saskatchewan's 1,800 licensed insurance brokers.
Questions
What is IBAS' primary function?
We represent Saskatchewan's property and casualty insurance brokers through advocacy, licensing education, and member benefit programs.
How do I become a licensed broker?
Complete IBAS-administered licensing exams through our structured pathways from Restricted Auto to Level 3 credentials.
What insurance programs do you offer?
Exclusive broker insurance programs include E&O coverage, D&O protection, and cyber insurance solutions.
Do you provide continuing education?
Yes, we offer GICS-approved continuing education courses to maintain licensing requirements.
What benefits are available to members?
Members access group benefits plans, advocacy services, professional development, and exclusive insurance programs.
