How Berkley Canada is Different.

We are a local insurance company, with local underwriting authority who has access to the strength and stability of a global corporation’s financial resources. Our ability to provide responsive service, creative solutions and strong financial security through our vast industry knowledge and diverse talents of our people defines Berkley Canada as a market leader.

Responsive.

At Berkley Canada we recognize the importance of excellent service and ease of doing business is for our business partners. We are committed to providing a consistent service standard in all areas from insurance quotes, policy issuance and claims services. To ensure quality of service we leverage today’s technology to accelerate the pace of business, improve efficiencies and make dealing with us as easy as possible.  

Creative.

We offer a broad portfolio of risk products tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers. Our team of experienced underwriters is well equipped to manage emerging and complex risks. Our strong relationship with the independent broker community allows us to introduce new ideas and promote the quality of our products in the market. Our job is to limit exposures and liabilities; we take this job very seriously.  

Secure.

Berkley Canada provides its insureds with access to the resources of a major, global corporation combined with the personalized service of a local company. We are a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, recognized as one of the most respected names in the property casualty insurance business.  

W.R. Berkley Corporation

W.R. Berkley Corporation, founded in 1967, is one of the premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers in North America. Each of the operating units in the Berkley group participates in a niche market requiring specialized knowledge about a territory or product. Our competitive advantage lies in our long-term strategy of decentralized operations, allowing each of our units to identify and respond quickly and effectively to changing market  conditions and local customer needs. This decentralized structure provides financial accountability and incentives to local management and enables us to attract and retain the highest caliber professionals. We have the expertise and resources to utilize our strengths in the present environment, and the flexibility to anticipate, innovate, and respond to whatever opportunities and challenges the future may hold.