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How insurance licensing works in Canada Insurance is regulated at both the federal and provincial level in this country. The federal level is focused on ensuring the financial stability of insurance companies, and the provincial level deals with the licensing of individuals.

There are 29 CIP courses and multiple formats to choose from. To learn more about the courses, please see the list below. Credit transfers may be available if you have prior insurance education.

See an overview of the insurance education programs, courses, events and seminars offered by the Insurance Institute

See an overview of the insurance education programs, courses, events and seminars offered by the Insurance Institute

Exams Passing the Other Than Life (OTL) Agent’s Exam is a requirement to become licensed as a general insurance agent in Ontario. The general insurance agent licence is regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA).

Home insurance rates across Canada have risen by 5.28% in 2025, with Alberta showing the largest year-over-year increase at 9.07%, according to a new study from Toronto-based insurtech MyChoice Financial, Inc.

Reinsurers have continued to reduce coverage for Canada’s largest natural catastrophe risks since the global reinsurance market correction in 2023 sent shockwaves through Canada’s P&C insurance industry, a new industry report finds.

Complete our three risk courses and earn your Risk Management Certificate. To grow your career further, pass the standardized exam for each course (administered by RIMS and separate from the IIC course exams) and you will earn your Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation.

Learning the Institute way Your direct connection to industry experts. Whether you’re looking to grow your technical knowledge or catch up on the latest industry trends and emerging issues, our seminars and webinars are packed with practical and relevant information.