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✨ BROKER SPOTLIGHT ✨Meet Antoinette — a true example of determination, growth, and the power of saying “yes” to new oppo...
06/02/2026

✨ BROKER SPOTLIGHT ✨
Meet Antoinette — a true example of determination, growth, and the power of saying “yes” to new opportunities.
After moving to New Brunswick, Antoinette built her career from the ground up — connecting through churches, NBCC, newcomer organizations, and her community while learning a new market, building relationships, and establishing trust along the way.
What started as a receptionist role quickly grew into something much bigger.
📚 Within one year, she became a Personal Lines Agent.
📈 After five years, she advanced into Commercial Insurance.
🎓 Along the way, she completed both her CAIB and CPIB designations — achievements she describes as some of the proudest moments of her career.
Now six years into the industry, Antoinette continues to grow, learn, and inspire others through her passion for client service and relationship-building.
Her favourite part of the industry?
💙 Helping people protect what matters most.
💙 Building meaningful relationships.
💙 Never stopping learning.
And her advice to anyone considering a career in insurance?
“Come in with an open mind. Be willing to grow within yourself, within the industry, and with the industry. Insurance is more about relationships than just making sales.”
Thank you, Antoinette, for sharing your story and for being such a wonderful part of New Brunswick’s brokerage community.

🎓✨ National Broker Day Week Starts with Celebrating the Future.  Last week, we had the privilege of recognizing the newe...
06/01/2026

🎓✨ National Broker Day Week Starts with Celebrating the Future. Last week, we had the privilege of recognizing the newest graduates of our professional designation programs at the 2026 IBANB Convocation & Awards Ceremony.
Behind every designation earned are evenings spent studying after work, exams written, challenges overcome, and a commitment to becoming the very best for clients and communities across New Brunswick.
These graduates represent the future of our profession—future leaders, trusted advisors, problem-solvers, and advocates who have chosen to invest in themselves and the people they serve.
As we count down to National Broker Day on June 3, we're reminded that strong brokers don't happen by chance. They are built through education, mentorship, experience, and a passion for helping others navigate life's unexpected moments.
Because being a broker is about more than insurance.
💜 It's about expertise.
💜 It's about trust.
💜 It's about people.
Congratulations to every graduate, bursary recipient, instructor, employer, and supporter who helped make this achievement possible. The future of New Brunswick's broker channel is bright—and we couldn't be more proud.
🎓 Here's to the next generation of broker leaders.

IBANB on the Hill: New Brunswick Brokers Making an Impact. Last week, representatives from IBANB travelled to Ottawa to ...
05/31/2026

IBANB on the Hill: New Brunswick Brokers Making an Impact. Last week, representatives from IBANB travelled to Ottawa to ensure the voice of brokers was heard loud and clear. New Brunswick may be one of Canada's smaller provinces, but when it comes to advocacy, collaboration, and leadership, we continue to punch above our weight.
Over two days, we met with five Members of Parliament, including:
✅ MP Richard Bragdon
✅ MP Mike Dawson
✅ MP Rob Moore
✅ MP John Williamson
✅ MP Wayne Long
We also had the opportunity to attend Question Period and witness Parliament in action. Our discussions focused on the issues that matter most to insurance brokers, consumers, and communities across New Brunswick, including:
🔹 The growing cost and frequency of catastrophic weather events and the need for stronger disaster mitigation strategies.
🔹 FireSmart and proactive wildfire prevention initiatives that help protect homes, businesses, and communities before disaster strikes.
🔹 The critical role brokers play in helping Canadians navigate an increasingly complex insurance marketplace.
🔹 The importance of maintaining a competitive and consumer-focused insurance distribution system.
🔹 Emerging challenges facing property and casualty insurance and the impact they have on affordability and availability of coverage.
🔹 The value independent insurance brokers bring to local economies and communities throughout New Brunswick.

Thank you to each of the Members of Parliament who took the time to meet with us, listen to our concerns, and engage in meaningful discussions about the future of insurance in Canada.
🇨🇦 The conversations started in Ottawa don't end there. We look forward to continuing to work together to ensure New Brunswick consumers and brokers remain well represented at the national level.

Today is the day — New Brunswick insurance brokers are on the Hill.Our IBANB delegation is in Ottawa meeting with govern...
05/25/2026

Today is the day — New Brunswick insurance brokers are on the Hill.
Our IBANB delegation is in Ottawa meeting with government representatives to advocate for the issues impacting brokers, consumers, and the future of our industry across New Brunswick. From affordability and accessibility to emerging industry challenges, these conversations matter — and we are proud to ensure the broker voice is being heard at the national level.
We are incredibly grateful to have a strong, engaged contingent representing New Brunswick brokers with professionalism, passion, and a commitment to protecting consumers and strengthening our industry.
Thank you to everyone taking part in these important discussions on behalf of brokers across our province.
More to come throughout the day as meetings continue. Stay tuned!


Join us for the 2026 NB Women in Insurance Breakfast — a morning of inspiring conversations, meaningful connections, car...
05/19/2026

Join us for the 2026 NB Women in Insurance Breakfast — a morning of inspiring conversations, meaningful connections, carbs and real leadership.

May 29, 2026, 8:30 – 10:30 AM. Fredericton Delta
Featuring: ⭐ Karen Kaminska ⭐ Brett Boadway ⭐ Christy Barsalou ⭐ Lori Thebeau ⭐ Sheila Koester

Whether you’re new to the industry, building your career, or leading the way, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

🎓 IBANB Graduation & Awards Gala is already 80% FULL! 🎉If you’ve been thinking about registering… this is your sign to d...
05/12/2026

🎓 IBANB Graduation & Awards Gala is already 80% FULL! 🎉
If you’ve been thinking about registering… this is your sign to do it NOW before seats disappear. 👀
Join us for one of the most exciting nights in New Brunswick’s insurance industry as we celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates, recognize outstanding professionals, and bring together leaders from across the province.
We’re thrilled to once again welcome:
✨ Insurance brokers
✨ Insurer partners
✨ Industry leaders
✨ MLAs and community representatives
✨ Friends, family, and supporters of our graduates
And yes… our emcees know how to keep the crowd entertained too. 😉🎤
This evening is always filled with laughter, recognition, networking, and a whole lot of pride for our industry and the people in it.
Don’t wait until we announce SOLD OUT.
🎟 Register today and celebrate with us!

Strong partnerships are at the heart of everything we do — and this year’s Insurance Company Partner Award nominees trul...
05/11/2026

Strong partnerships are at the heart of everything we do — and this year’s Insurance Company Partner Award nominees truly exemplify that 🤝
With over 120 nominations received across all categories, we are proud to recognize the insurer partners who consistently go above and beyond in supporting brokers across New Brunswick.
This award celebrates individuals who demonstrate exceptional responsiveness, collaboration, innovation, and a true commitment to positive outcomes for both brokers and clients.
Please join us in celebrating these outstanding nominees 👏
✨ Lilla McMurrer ✨ Mark Brien
✨ Kelly Robinson. ✨ Melanie McLean
✨ Katie Rice. ✨ Vanessa Duguay
✨ Kate Mercuri. ✨ Krista Straight
✨ Amanda Doody. ✨ Vivek Swamy
✨ Jeff Todd. ✨ Jennifer Poirier
✨ Nicole Goldsmith. ✨ Jamie Estabrooks
✨ Ellen MacDonald. ✨ Dudley Landymore
✨ Brandon St.Peters. ✨ Richard Bennett
✨ Lena Fournier

Your partnership, professionalism, and dedication to supporting the broker channel make a meaningful difference every day — congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

🏆 Award winners will be announced at Graduation on May 28th.

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible women who help move the insurance industry forward every single day. 💙To the bro...
05/10/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible women who help move the insurance industry forward every single day. 💙
To the brokers, underwriters, claims professionals, managers, assistants, leaders, mentors, business owners, and multitasking superheroes holding it all together behind the scenes — thank you.
Your strength, compassion, resilience, and ability to somehow manage everything at once does not go unnoticed. Our industry is stronger because of the women within it, and we are grateful for the impact you make in your workplaces, your communities, and the lives of your clients every day.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms in insurance!

The future of our industry is bright — and this year’s Emerging Professional nominees are proof of that.  With over 120 ...
05/07/2026

The future of our industry is bright — and this year’s Emerging Professional nominees are proof of that. With over 120 nominations received across all categories, we are proud to recognize the rising professionals who are already making a meaningful impact early in their careers.
The Emerging Professional Award celebrates individuals with five years or less in the industry who demonstrate passion, professionalism, and strong leadership potential — and this group truly embodies those qualities. And..... some of the below had up to 5 nominations!!

Please join us in celebrating these outstanding nominees 👏
✨ Nathan Verney. ✨ Rahul Murakkat Purushothaman
✨ Melanie Babineau. ✨ Tony Curtis
✨ Stacey Picard. ✨ Angela Maillet
✨ Tammy Logan. ✨ Marissa Ferris
✨ Vicky Lemieux. ✨ Kenda Frizell
✨ Amelie Phillips. ✨ Alex White
✨ Debbie Mitchell. ✨ Sophie Arseneau
✨ Melanie Doucette. ✨ Ashley Spooner
✨ Fernanda Stoute✨ Lara Ross

Your enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment to the future of the broker channel are inspiring — congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
🏆 Award winners will be announced at Graduation on May 28th.

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