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Canada Division

Forming Now!

IICF Canada, based in Toronto, is currently forming and we invite you to become a founding board member! The new IICF Canada will convene insurance companies, agents, brokers, reinsurers and others supporting the industry to give back to our neighbours in need through grants, volunteerism and leadership.

View our IICF Canada Info Sheet for details and learn more in this recent interview with Jodie Kaufman Davis, Member of the IICF Board of Governors and Co-President of H.W. Kaufman Group, on the community value of joining together through IICF Canada:
 
IICF Canada In the News: Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation expands into Canada – Local organizations urged to join charitable initiatives


"Our IICF supporters in the west continue to 'lean in' with consistency, passion, and a desire to serve.  Collectively, we remain proud and committed to deliver a strong impact to community based organizations.  As we look forward, we are laser focused on expanding our group of supporters to continue increasing our impact!."
Travis Bethune
Customer & Broker Engagement Leader – North America, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

Nonprofits we support: Join us now as we select local nonprofit partners serving our community with a focus on food insecurity and children at risk.

More Information in the coming months
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About

How we will make a difference

IICF Canada Division will serve our communities through nonprofit partners with a focus on food insecurity and children at risk.

Founded in 2025
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$622,000+

Grants Awarded
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60

Nonprofits  Supported
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9,677

Volunteer Hours Served
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326,260+

Meals Facilitated
The Founding Board Companies of the IICF Canada Division include, to date:
Allianz Commercial, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, CNA, Lloyd’s, Markel and Northbridge Financial Corporation

Sandra Henkel, retired insurance executive and active Board Member of Tokio Marine, will serve as Strategic Advisor to the IICF Canada Division Board of Directors.

Join us!
Contact Marc Lipman, Chair of the IICF Canada Board of Directors, or Sarah Gladki, IICF Executive Director, to learn how you can join with these insurance industry leaders in bringing the IICF mission of helping communities and enriching lives to Canada. Please find contact information below.



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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
Company

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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
Company

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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
Company

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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
Company

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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
Company

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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
Company

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The Board

Meet the Board

Terrance Thompson
Creative Director
Company

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The Board

Meet the Board

Marc Lipman

Chair
President
Lloyd’s Americas & Attorney-in-Fact for Lloyd’s Underwriters

Patricia A. Chiodo

Chair
Corporate Associate Vice-President, HR Business Partner
Burns & Wilcox Canada

Nancy C. D. Costa

Chair
Head of Distribution, Canada
Allianz Commercial

Erin Gattoni

Chair
Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Operations
CNA Canada

Andrew Knight

Chair
Country Manager & Head of Executive and Professional Lines, Canada
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

Anchal Kumar

Chair
Director, Employee Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility
Northbridge Financial Corporation

Jeff Sutton

Chair
SVP, Sales & Marketing
Markel Canada Limited
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The Board

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Chair
Marc Lipman
President
Lloyd’s Americas & Attorney-in-Fact for Lloyd’s Underwriters

Marc Lipman is currently the President of Lloyd’s Americas supporting the Lloyd’s business in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean.  Marc also serves as the Attorney-in-Fact for Lloyd’s Underwriters in Canada.  

In this role Marc is responsible for the Market Development teams in US, Canada and Latin America which promote the Lloyd’s marketplace across the Americas region.  Marc is responsible for the execution of the Lloyd’s commercial strategy and exercises functional oversight across the Americas region delivering on Lloyd’s commitments to global excellence.  

Marc possesses a wealth of insurance industry experience and a deep understanding of the US and Canadian (re)insurance sector. Marc was named to the 2021 Insurance Business Global 100 list of outstanding industry professionals who are making a positive difference and helping drive change across the industry.

Marc is an expert in insurance legal and regulatory frameworks, with experience in the property and casualty, reinsurance, and mortgage insurance sectors. Marc is a director of the Property and Casualty Insurance Compensation Corporation and currently serves in an advisory role to the board of directors of the Canadian Association of Managing Agents.

Marc brings a deep understanding of the financial services industry, and expertise in critical areas including leadership, strategic planning and transformation, employee engagement, client and broker relationship management and communication.

Marc is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and holds a Masters of Law degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science and Bachelor of Laws degree from Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, Canada.

The Board

Meet the Board

Chair
Patricia A. Chiodo
Corporate Associate Vice-President, HR Business Partner
Burns & Wilcox Canada

The Board

Meet the Board

Chair
Nancy C. D. Costa
Head of Distribution, Canada
Allianz Commercial

The Board

Meet the Board

Chair
Erin Gattoni
Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Operations
CNA Canada

Erin is responsible for the overall strategic direction and management of Human Resources, Operations, Underwriting Governance, Marketing and Communications and Strategy & Transformation at CNA Canada in support of the company's strategic plan.

Erin joined CNA in 2019 as Vice President, Human Resources with responsibilities for the strategic management of Human Resources across Canada and has been a strong and collaborative partner and leader in the business, successfully leading and/or supporting a number of key strategic projects in furtherance of our business growth and change initiatives.

She joined CNA from Chubb where she was AVP, Senior HR Business Partner for Canada and AVP, Talent & Development for North America.  Erin has over 19 years of industry experience and has held roles of increasing responsibility both within HR and Underwriting with Canada, Bermuda and the US.

She has a Bachelor of Science, SSP Honours, Life Science from Queen’s University and holds a Chartered Insurance Professional designation from the Insurance Institute of Canada. Erin is part of the Co-chairs the Starlight Insurance Campaign, was a past chair of DiveIN Canada, and is on the steering committee for the General Insurance Human Resources Group across Canada.

She is also an active fundraiser/volunteer with the Canadian Cancer Society, Daily Bread Food Bank, Ronald McDonald House, SickKids Hospital and the Insurance Institute of Canada.

The Board

Meet the Board

Chair
Andrew Knight
Country Manager & Head of Executive and Professional Lines, Canada
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

The Board

Meet the Board

Chair
Anchal Kumar
Director, Employee Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility
Northbridge Financial Corporation

Anchal Kumar is a passionate communications leader with over 15 years of experience helping organizations connect with their people in meaningful ways. In her current role, she leads initiatives that foster employee engagement, strengthen workplace culture, and support corporate social responsibility efforts.

With a career spanning multiple industries, Anchal has consistently driven organizational progress by aligning communication strategies with business goals and championing inclusive, people-first approaches. Her work is grounded in the belief that authentic communication is the foundation of trust and long-term success.

She holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business and a Postgraduate Certificate in Corporate Communications from Seneca Polytechnic.

Anchal brings curiosity, empathy, and a collaborative spirit to everything she does. Outside of work, she enjoys contributing to community and cultural initiatives, and at home, life is joyfully full with a spirited toddler and energetic dog who keep her grounded in the moment.

The Board

Meet the Board

Chair
Jeff Sutton
SVP, Sales & Marketing
Markel Canada Limited

Jeff Sutton is an executive in the Canadian property and casualty (P&C) insurance industry, currently serving as Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing at Markel Canada Limited, a role he has held since 2020. With over two decades of experience, Jeff has built a reputation for strategic leadership and innovation in business development and client engagement.

Before joining Markel, Jeff held senior leadership roles at several prominent organizations within the Canadian insurance landscape. He was SVP of Business Development at ClaimsPro Inc., a leading independent adjusting firm, and SVP of National Sales at Opta Information Intelligence, where he played a key role in driving growth through data-driven solutions for underwriting and risk management.

Jeff earned a Bachelor of Administrative and Commercial Studies in Finance and Economics from Western University (The University of Western Ontario) in 2000. He later completed his MBA in Global Management at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) in 2011. He has also pursued professional development through the Canadian Institute of Insurance, earning his CIP in 2024, further solidifying his expertise in the field.

In addition to his corporate leadership, Jeff is a committed advocate for diversity and inclusion in the insurance industry. He serves as a board member of the Canadian Association of Black Insurance Professionals (CABIP), where he contributes to advancing equity, mentorship, and representation for Black professionals across the sector.

Outside of his professional life, Jeff is known for his approachable leadership style and commitment to mentorship. He enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors, and staying active through cycling and golf. His balanced approach to work and life reflects his belief in continuous growth, both personally and professionally.

Regional Engagement

The IICF Western Division includes additional opportunities to expand our philanthropic reach within our division through regional engagement throughout the west.

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Marc Lipman

Chair, IICF Canada Board of Directors

President, Lloyd’s Americas
Attorney in Fact in Canada for Lloyd’s Underwriters

Sarah Gladki

Executive Director

IICF Canada Division