One to Watch – Kelsey Hazelton named IBAO Rising Talent Finalist and IBC Rising Star Award Recipient
We are proud and excited to share that Kelsey Hazelton (Commercial Marketer, York St.) has been named a finalist in the 2023 IBAO Awards of Excellence Rising Talent category. She has also been recognized as an IBC Rising Star award recipient, naming her one of The Best Young Insurance Professionals […]
Read MoreEverything you need to know about Garage and Commercial Auto Insurance.
What is commercial/garage Insurance? So you’re a new owner of an auto repair garage – congratulations! There are so many things to consider as you get your business set up and operating. Don’t let the stress of being properly covered slow you down. Today, we’re sharing what we know about […]
Read MoreStraffordville Branch Closure – We’re joining forces with our office in Aylmer!
As a company operating out of eighteen locations in Southwestern Ontario, we must consider all of our options in terms of meeting our clients ‘expectations with maximum possible hours of availability and expanded access to additional products and services. With three other office locations in the area, we have decided […]
Read MoreMcFarlan Rowlands COO Recognized by Insurance Business Canada as an Elite Woman in Insurance
We’d like to extend a warm congratulations to Christa O’Neil for being named an IBC Elite Woman of the Year! Insurance Business Canada recognizes 2023’s Elite Women as leaders, fostering meaningful change in the industry and setting an example for other aspiring female insurance leaders. Their professional accomplishments, industry contributions and […]
Read MoreHappy Pride Month!
Pride Month is recognized throughout Canada every year in June. As we kick off the month, we thought we’d share some information about Pride & its symbols. Diversity, equity and inclusion continue to be key priorities of McFarlan Rowlands, and we strive to be an organization that supports openness […]
Read MoreBoat Insurance? Here’s a guide to finding the perfect coverage!
It’s almost that time of year again! We’re lucky to live so close to our freshwater lakes in southwestern Ontario, with our summer playgrounds only a short drive away for many of us. At such an exciting time, the last thing you’re thinking about are any dangers or risks you […]
Read MoreCottage Season Is Here! Protect Your Home Away from Home
Did you know that how you use your cottage or vacation home affects the type of insurance you need? Cottage insurance is not quite the same as home insurance, and having the coverage you need to protect your home away from home depends on a number of factors, including whether […]
Read MoreMcFarlan Rowlands Partnering with McDougall Insurance, with support of Definity Financial
We are excited to share news of our new partnership with McDougall Insurance Brokers, with the support of Definity Financial. The relationship between McDougall and McFarlan Rowlands goes back decades, and we look forward to our future, representing a leading broker platform with significant scale and geographic reach in Ontario. As exciting as […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Flood Coverage – Is your business protected?
Floods—the costliest natural disaster in terms of property damage—can be caused by commonplace occurrences such as melting snow and ice, high lake or river levels, heavy rains, and thunderstorms. Last year, 25 communities across the province were forced to declare a state of emergency due to flooding causing a significant […]
Read MoreIntroducing McFarlan Rowlands Gold Private Client
We are happy to announce the launch of McFarlan Rowlands Gold Private Client – A dedicated team for VIP and accomplished individuals. As a department operating within our Personal Lines division and consisting of a team of experienced Brokers with specialized skills to create customized insurance solutions for high net worth […]
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