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Canadian Auto Insurance Reform Is Coming: What You Should Know

Christie Smith, ECBA, CIP, R.I.B.(Ont.)

Canadian auto insurance reforms are coming in Ontario and Alberta. These changes are substantial structural overhauls aimed at reducing costs and giving consumers more control and responsibility over coverage choices. Christie Smith walks through those provincial changes and how Canadian brokers can prepare to help their auto insurance customers make the best choices and save money.

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From Smarter Workflows to Ethical AI: Hot Topics That Defined 2025

ACN Staff

Published: December 16, 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re looking back at the articles that captured your attention most. These top-read pieces reflect the priorities and challenges that insurance agencies and brokerages tackled throughout the year: efficiency, innovation, and responsible technology adoption.

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Preparing for a Smooth Data Migration into Epic: Data migration can feel daunting. This article from Collin Passman broke things down into manageable steps for a seamless transition.
Responsible AI Usage in Insurance Agencies: A Practical Guide for Adoption: When are free AI tools OK to use? What are the risks to consider before deployment? In this piece from Jason Gobbel, learn how agencies can embrace innovation responsibly and effectively.
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