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Gifford Carr expands to U.S. with acquisition of Florida brokerage
Gifford Carr Insurance Group has acquired Omni One Insurance Agency, a Cape Coral, Florida-based brokerage, marking the Canadian firm’s first expansion outside the country.
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Gifford Carr Expands Presence in Sudbury with Acquisition of W.W. Dopson Limited
Gifford Carr Insurance Group's recent acquisition of W.W. Dopson Limited in Sudbury solidifies its status as the city's largest independent brokerage, promising the same exceptional service with added resources. This strategic move underscores their commitment to the community and Northern Ontario's residents.
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Gifford Carr plants 5000 trees with Gore Mutual to Support Kivi Park in Sudbury, Ontario
To mark the beginning of this partnership, Gifford Carr and Gore Mutual recently participated in the annual tree-planting event, A&M Grow with Kivi, on June 08, 2023. Gifford Carr and Gore Mutal planted nearly 5000 trees in Kivi Park. The afternoon supported the collective commitment to environmental impact and preservation of our natural green space. The tree planting initiative not only contributed to the beautification of Kivi Park but also fostered a sense of environmental awareness and responsibility among all the participating volunteers!
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In The News: 100 Men Who Care Recap
We are proud to have partnered with 100 Men Who Care to co-sponsor the first quarterly meeting of 2023 with our friends at GDLF Wealth Management. The special event gathered business leaders and agents of change from our local community to catch the Ottawa 67s take on the Gatineau Olympique. But before we went rink side – we talked about community and community building. Hearing from two local charities: Nelson House and the OSEG Foundation.
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In The News: Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation Donors treated to special night at Aiāna
A personal thank you doesn’t get much better than the special evening Aiāna Restaurant Collective hosted for members of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation (ORCF) community who, through their support of the ORCF, are advancing cancer research and making sure those diagnosed with the potentially deadly disease get the practical and emotional help they need.
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Gifford Carr Helps Raise $5,800,285 For Kids!
Matthew and Marissa Carr joined local leaders to form team SENSations at 24h Tremblant raising funds, and skiing around the clock, raising over 5 million dollars in support of CHEO, le Fondation Charles-Bruneau, and Fondation Tremblant. The ultimate goal? Children's well-being.
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Commercial marine insurance in Canada – what brokers need to know
Karen Benell, Account Executive with Gifford Carr Insurance Group, sat down with Insurance Business Canada to chat about docks, environmental liability, and the forecast for marine coverage in 2022.
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Gifford Carr Recognized as a Great Place To Work®
Gifford Carr has been officially Certified™ as a Great Place to Work®. This recognition reflects the culture we’ve built over more than 75 years.
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Spring 2026 | Message From The President
Spring brings a sense of renewal, and there is plenty underway at Gifford Carr. In this update, Matt shares what has been taking shape across the organization, from new leadership to community involvement and protecting Canadians on both sides of the border.
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Winter 2025 | Message From The President
Everyone says it, but 2025 has truly felt like it has flown by. As the holiday season settles in and calendars fill with year-end planning and celebrations, I always welcome this moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead with intention.