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• Sept 18 2011

  RIMS Canada Conference - Septembre 18 to 21 2011

  Ottawa Ontario

  Risk Management Counsel of Canada, (RMC) is delighted to once again be exhibiting and participating at the RIMS Canada Conference. This year, RMC will present a panel discussion on current technology and the legal implications of the use, reliability and potential manipulation of social networks and other web-based information: High Tech Wizardry… White or Black Magic….?

  The discussion will examine such topics as:

  Manipulation and Traceability of Social Media Internet Information; Surveillance - Propriety of Various Methods in Accessing Social Media; and the Reliability of Social Media Information.

  In addition to RMC’s panel presentation, Kelly Santini LLP, the RMC member firm in Ottawa, will also present a panel discussion entitled The Future Plans and Future Risks of Going Green 

  During this presentation, participants will hear from leading environmental engineers about the alternative energy innovations that will be entering the market in the near future. This will be followed by a panel discussion with a risk manager, insurance adjuster, broker and lawyer on the myriad of risks that must be considered and the steps the insurance industry can take to help make these new sources of energy safe and successful.

  We look forward to seeing you in Ottawa.

• Sept 14 2011

  Seminar London, UK

  London, UK

  Details to follow

• April 15 2011

  RMC Honoured by WICC

  On behalf of WICC Ontario Board of Directors, I am delighted to convey that RMC has been selected to be awarded WICC's Gold Flame Award at our upcoming annual dinner gala, to take place on April 13, 2011 at the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel.

  WICC's main ambition is to raise funds and awareness to support research projects that will hopefully one day eradicate this terrible disease. We also hope to extend WICC's name and its mission to as many people as we can - right across Canada, so that collectively we can make an impact!

  Risk Management Council was nominated and selected in appreciation for selecting WICC as the charity of choice for the donations and fund raising opportunities at your annual meetings. Since the first Monte Carlo event in 2007, silent auctions and donations RMC has contributed over $24,800 to help in the fight against cancer!

  This Gold Flame award will be presented at the 15th Annual Dinner on April 13, 2010 at the Westin Harbour Castle hotel. Over 600 industry colleagues will participate in the festivities of a ICONIC themed evening encompassing cocktails, dinner, silent auction and raffle. This event sells out every year, and if additional tickets are required, they can be ordered on-line at www.wicc.ca.

• Oct 20 2010

  RMC-AGR Seminar & Reception

  Vancouver BC

  Lindsay Kenney LLP, Carfra & Lawton Lawyers and Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) presented an accredited seminar at the Terminal City Club in Vancouver on Wednesday October 20, 2010.

  The members of RMC were delighted to have the occasion to welcome Lindsay Kenney who had recently joined the association. It was also a wonderful opportunity to re-introduce the many counsel comprising RMC from across Canada who were in attendance at the seminar.

  Guests attending the seminar enjoyed lunch on arrival followed by presentations reviewing the following areas of Recent Liability Decisions, Recent Damage Awards, The New Rules of Court, The New Insurance Act and The Appraisal Process.

  The successful seminar was 'sold out' with standing room only. Following the seminar the guests were treated to a cocktail reception.

• Sept 26 2010

  RIMS Canada Conference, Edmonton September 26-29, 2010

  RMC is pleased to be participating, once again, in the RIMS Canada Conference as an Exhibitor, and delighted to have been asked to present at the conference.

  On Monday, September 27, Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) will offer:

  ‘The Law Doctors - Retrospective Business Risk Diagnosis: A Panel Discussion’

  Gregory A. Thompson, Q.C., Partner from McKercher LLP, in Saskatoon will act as panel moderator. Panel members include:

  Richard B. Lindsay, Q.C., Partner, Lindsay Kenney LLP, Vancouver B.C.

  Leslie Paetz, Partner, Chomicki Baril Mah LLP, Edmonton AB

  Domenic S. Venturo, Q.C., Partner, Scott Hall LLP, Calgary AB

  We look forward to seeing you in Edmonton!

• April 28 2010

  RMC’s spring event: a great success and an opportunity to support WICC

  ‘Great Cooks on Eight’ was the location for Risk Management Counsel of Canada’s spring event. Members of RMC gathered for cocktails with their invited guests to enjoy both a presentation by Sarah Richardson, the well known Host of Sarah’s House on HGTV and also to support WICC, Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade.

  RMC was enthusiastic to once again offer its support to WICC. The RMC member firms graciously donated for the silent auction ‘home décor’ themed gifts from across the country. Two gorgeous silk embroidered throw cushions were generously presented by Sarah Richardson Design, which were a much sought after prize.

  The silent auction raised $2,172.00 for WICC and RMC complemented the auction proceeds with its own donation of $5,000.00, for an impressive grand total of $7,172.00.

  Everyone enjoyed Sarah’s lively and informative presentation on the ‘Secret’s to Great Style, while feasting on delectable confections from Great Cook’s Executive Chef Andrea Nicholson-Jack.

  Below are photos from this special occasion.

  
  

• Sept13 2009

  RIMS – Canada Conference September 13-15 2009 St John’s Newfoundland

  Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) was delighted to once again participate at the RIMS-Canada conference in St John’s Newfoundland. Representatives from all RMC member firms across Canada were on hand to meet and visit with delegates at both the Conference and Exhibit Hall.

  In addition, RMC was proud to be invited to present a panel discussion at the Conference. Elizabeth Forster from the member firm of Blaney McMurtry LLP, Toronto ON, moderated the panel presentation entitled ‘Employer’s Dream: Insurer’s Nightmare! Employer’s Liability: the Need for a Canadian Model.

  Expert panel members included Geneviève Cotnam, Stein Monast LLP Québec City, QC; Jorge Segovia, Cox & Palmer, St John’s, NL, and RMC Vice President, Monika M.L. Zauhar, Cox & Palmer, Fredericton, NB.

  This unique presentation included animation by local actors Petrina Bromley and Brad Hodder who performed for the audience various roles in the presentation of four skits reflecting specific employment related scenarios.

  The panel discussion and theatrical presentations were extremely well received and offered a distinctive and dynamic view of employers’ liability insurance programs and insurance coverage offered by such policies.

  Click here to read Elisabeth Forsters’ article on EPL.

  

• April 23 2009

  RMC Seminar - Insurers Sued?! Defence & Discovery Revealed

  Insurers Sued?! Defence & Discovery Revealed was the subject of a dynamic seminar hosted by Risk Management Counsel of Canada [RMC], at The Advocates’ Society on the afternoon of Thursday April 23, 2009 in downtown Toronto.

  RMC’s seminar was very well received by the attendees who enjoyed the two part presentation. President, Anthony (Tony) C. Fletcher was both Master of Ceremonies and moderator for the seminar.

  The first hour was devoted to presentations by Greg Thompson, [McKercher LLP], Colin Empke, [Blaney McMurtry LLP], and Richard Lindsay, [Lindsay Kenney LLP]. The focus of the discussion was how to best prepare the Claims representative for Discovery. Panellists offered tips on how to properly document the insurer’s file, avoid pitfalls of poor language in insurance logs, risks of documenting subjective impressions of claimants, as well as the types of documents which are covered by privilege.

  The second part of the seminar was a lively and informative Mock Discovery moderated by Geneviève Cotnam, [Stein Monast LLP]. Additional participants were from Carfra& Lawton Lawyers, Chomicki Baril Mah LLP, Cox & Palmer, Fillmore Reilly LLP, Kelly Santini LLP, and McKercher LLP. The exercise offered a demonstration of proper responses when under oath, and the potential consequences of inadequate preparation. Following the presentations and Q&A sessions, guests were entertained at a cocktail reception.

• April 22 2009

  RMC Seminar - Mediation Skills & Strategies

  Calgary, Alberta Forensic Psychologist, Dr. Perry Sirota was the guest speaker at a seminar hosted by Risk Management Counsel of Canada [RMC], held at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga, on Wednesday April 22, 2009. The subject of RMC’s afternoon event was Mediation Skills & Strategies.

  The well attended seminar also included presentations from Dean Lawton, [Carfra & Lawton Lawyers], Corinne Petersen, [Chomicki Baril Mah LLP] and Stephen Kelly, [Kelly Santini LLP]. The panel focused on various methods of alternative dispute resolution across Canada, factors to consider in weighing private versus judicial dispute resolution processes, and helpful hints in making mediation successful.

  Cocktails followed a Q&A session and were enjoyed by all.

  - PDF presentation from Dr Perry Sirota

• Jan 5 2009

  RMC Welcomes new Vancouver Partner

  Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) is pleased to welcome the law firm of LINDSAY KENNEY LLP to the association.

  LINDSAY KENNEY LLP, located in Vancouver and Langley, BC, was founded in 1980 and has enjoyed strong growth since its inception. LINDSAY KENNEY LLP is a Canadian west-coast law firm providing legal services to local, regional and international clients. LINDSAY KENNEY LLP represents a broad spectrum of business enterprises, institutional clients, insurance companies and individuals.

• Sept 21 2008

  CRIMS Conference - Sept. 21 to Sept. 23 2008
  The Sheraton Centre

  Event Location : Toronto, Ontario

  Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) was delighted to participate at the very successful 33rd RIMS-Canada conference held in Toronto, September 21 -24, 2008. There were over 2000 attendees at the conference including exhibitors, delegates and special guests. This year’s conference also featured such high profile as speakers Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Stephen Lewis.

  Many representatives from RMC member firms came from all corners of the country to attend. Tony Fletcher, RMC President from Fillmore Riley LLP in Winnipeg was on hand to greet delegates and participate at the conference exhibit hall. Among many others from RMC, he was accompanied by Vice-President Stephen Kelly from Kelly Santini LLP in Ottawa.

  By all accounts the ‘Vintage Hollywood’ theme was a great hit with the participants as was the popcorn machine draw held at the RMC booth. RMC is looking forward to the next RIMS-Canada Conference in St John’s Newfoundland in September 2009.

  

• April172008

  RMC Spring Event
  Steam Whistle Brewery

  Event Location : Toronto, Ontario

  Once again the sun was out for Risk Management Counsel of Canada, RMC, when they held their spring celebration event at The Steam Whistle Brewery in Toronto on April 17th, 2008.

  Guests were welcomed to RMC’s version of “Canad-opoly” by a Mountie Mime, East Coast Celtic Music and a Canad-opoly game. Throughout the evening guests were treated to fabulous regionally-themed food, Steam Whistle Beer and a host of other delectable treats and drinks. At the four food and game stations guest were encouraged to play the game as well as to enjoy the various foods from across the country. For example, at the Atlantic Region station guests were invited to try freshly shucked oysters on-the-half- shell and at the Prairies station a chef was on hand to carve-up succulent Alberta beef tenderloin.

  In addition to mingling and playing the game, many who attended also took tours of the Steam Whistle Brewery. While playing the game led to the possibility of winning one of 13 different prizes, there was also an opportunity to donate to WICC, Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade.

  RMC was delighted, once again, to have an opportunity to give to WICC. Michael Butler, Chair of Chapter & Industry Relations attended the event and spoke on behalf of WICC. RMC President, Geneviève Cotnam thanked Michael Butler and spoke of the valuable work at WICC. In addition to Mr. Butler, RMC was delighted to have Lyna Newman; Secretary and Treasurer of WICC, Barbara Haynes, Chair, National Sponsorships and Steve Wilson, Chair, Media Relations for WICC attend the event.

  RMC wishes to thank WICC for their support as well as the support of all who attended.

  

• Sept 20 2007

  RMC Regional Conference
  The Fairmont Hotel

  Event Location : Winnipeg, Manitoba

  Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) held their regional seminar in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on September 20, 2007.

  Over 75 people attended an afternoon seminar entitled: Insurance Today and Legal Trends at the Fairmont Winnipeg Hotel.

  Seminar Panellists and Topics presented included:
  
  Stuart J. Blake, Insurance Law Partner, Fillmore Riley LLP – “Social Host Liability”
  
  Dr. Russ Brown, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Alberta – “Cause-in-Fact: It is still bad news for insurers””
  
  Bernice R. Bowley, Insurance Law Partner, Fillmore Riley LLP – “General Damages Primer for Manitoba”
  
  David Thera, Insurance Law Partner, McKercher McKercher & Whitmore LLP – “Y3K: The End is at Hand – this Time for Sure”
  
  Larry Reimer, Insurance Law Partner, Blaney McMurtry LLP – “There is Something in the Water: Product Liability and the Year in Review”
  

  Following the seminar, participants were invited to a cocktail reception.

• Sept 16 2007

  CRIMS Conference - Sept. 16 to Sept 19 2007
  Purdy’s Wharf

  Event Location : Halifax, Nova Scotia

  Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) was a proud sponsor of the 32nd CRIMS conference held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, September 16-19, 2007.

  RMC enjoyed a strong presence from it’s member firm in the Atlantic Region, Cox & Palmer. RMC President, Geneviève Cotnam from the law firm of Stein Monast LLP, was also on hand to meet over 700 delegates who participated at the conference and who passed through the exhibit hall.

• May 15 2007

  Lloyd’s of London Seminar
  Xchanging

  Event Location : London, England

  In cooperation with Xchanging, Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) held a “Lunch and Learn” seminar May 15, 2007.

  CANADA “The True North Strong and Risky” was presented by three panels. The topics for the seminar were Host Liability, Employment Liability and Bad Faith Claims.

  The seminar at Xchanging was the centre piece of RMC’s week-long stay in London. Following the seminar, a cocktail reception was held at Lloyd’s of London.

• April 19 2007

  RMC Charity Event
  The Docks

  Event Location : Toronto, Ontario

  Risk Management Counsel of Canada, RMC, held an impressive Gala Charity Casino event at the “Next Level” at the Docks, Toronto on April 19th, 2007 to mark their 10th anniversary.

  

  RMC, a national network of law firms specializing in serving the needs of the insurance industry, decided this year to break with its traditional seminar approach and hold a gala celebration. The event and the setting were a hit and even the weather cooperated as the sun shone on the first beautiful spring evening of the season. Many of the guests commented on the spectacular location and stunning views of Toronto.

  Not only did RMC celebrate its anniversary with their clients but it used the opportunity to give back to the industry that has supported its work over the past 10 years. RMC felt that the natural partner for this event would be WICC, Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade.

  Michael Butler, Chair of Chapter & Industry Relations, attended the event and spoke on behalf of WICC. After describing the wonderful work of WICC, Michael took receipt of the $10,000.00 donation cheque from RMC President, Domenic Venturo, and thanked all who attended for their generous support. RMC was also very pleased that Lyna Newman, Secretary & Treasurer of WICC and Steve Wilson, Chair of Media Relations for WICC, were able to attend the gala.

  Guests at the event were treated to an abundance of delicious food. The entertainment included a live ice carving show, a magician, a jazz band and Elvis and Marilyn impersonators. Of the many door prises given out that evening, the all-inclusive trip to Las Vegas was clearly one of the highlights.

  The event was a tremendous success and RMC wishes to thank WICC for their support as well as the support of all who attended this milestone event.