Be our difference
You’ll find a different kind of insurance career at Ecclesiastical Canada. We insure some of Canada’s most historic and culturally significant places, as well as the arts, retirement living, education, charities, and faith organizations. We believe better business can better lives. Join us and you’ll find a collaborative environment that encourages mutual support, knowledge-sharing and continuous development.
Ecclesiastical Canada is proud to be one of 30 plus financial services businesses that make up the Benefact Group. Operating over three continents, we’re a Group with a difference – we give all available profits to charity and good causes. When you work for one of our companies, you know that every single day, everything you do helps make a positive change in the lives of people and communities.
Ecclesiastical Canada in numbers
Colleagues who work for Ecclesiastical Canada - and growing!
$ Donated across 175 charities through our four Community Impact Grant programs in 2023
Life at Ecclesiastical Canada
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Development with purpose
We believe learning feeds success, so you’ll find a variety of personal and professional development opportunities. The Ecclesiastical Academy is our in-house training and development program, where you can choose from a wide range of modules to build your technical and business skills. We’ll also cover the full cost of certifications, industry designations or even an actuarial degree – including book costs.
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Changing lives together
As a business, we’re committed to supporting and enriching communities across Canada, but we’ll also support you in helping the charities that are meaningful to you. Each year, we’ll give you two paid ‘Volunteer Days’, so you can make a difference for your chosen organization – and we’ll match your financial donations to those charities, so they gain even more from your support.
You could also choose to join our volunteer committee, where you’ll be involved in a range of charity-related activities, from organizing events to assessing grant applications.
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Benefits at Ecclesiastical Canada
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Bonus
A generous bonus program for all permanent employees
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Commuting subsidy
An annual subsidy to help with commuting costs
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Pension
Employer-funded defined contribution pension plan with no employee matching required
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Savings plans
Access to voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan and Tax-Free Savings Account programs
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Health support
Health and dental coverage, inclusive family drug coverage, and second opinion and treatment review programs
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Insurance
Income protection plans, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
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Flexible working
Hybrid working, daily flexible start and end times and a summer program with early leave Fridays
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Wellbeing
Annual fitness reimbursement to support health and wellbeing goals
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Discount program
Access to global and local discounts and rewards, including personal insurance products
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Legal assistance
Access to confidential first step legal services and family & employee assistance programs
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Professional qualifications support
Full study support to gain a professional qualification
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Personal development subsidy
We’ll pay up to $1,000 for a personal interest course once a year
Our specialist teams
Our teams cover a diverse range of skills to deliver high-quality specialist insurance services. You could be analyzing complex data, assessing risks, or sourcing and implementing new technologies. Alternatively, you might be helping people deal with unexpected situations and giving them access to free value-added services. Whatever your role, you’ll enjoy a challenging and rewarding career.
Awards and recognition
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Greater Toronto Top Employers, 2018-2024
Named a top employer for six consecutive years
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Insurance Business Canada Awards, 2023
P&C Insurer of the Year
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Insurance Business Canada Awards, 2023
Excellence in Philanthropy and Community Service Award
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Insurance Business Canada Awards, 2022
Five Star Carrier Award for third year running
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Imagine Canada Certification
We’ve been an Imagine Canada Certified Caring Company since 2021
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Insurance Business Canada Awards, 2022
Excellence in Claims Service Award
Business Associate Program
This three-year accelerated learning initiative is designed for recent university graduates and professionals looking to explore a new career. With rotations across our organization, you’ll contribute to a wide range of projects, in collaboration with experienced colleagues. To fully understand our business, you’ll also spend time at customer sites, in our regional offices and with our international Group colleagues.
We’ll support your professional development too, with full sponsorship to the Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) Program offered by the Insurance Institute of Canada, including paid study days.
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The Business Associate Program has allowed me to gain a solid foundational knowledge of commercial specialty insurance. It’s given me a jumpstart in the industry and a strong path to career growth.
Amanda Smith
Business Associate
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Being a front-line underwriter at Ecclesiastical is great. I work collaboratively with my co-workers in both claims and risk control to find innovative ways to help protect our customers.
Marcela Mazariego
Senior Underwriting Specialist
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The great support provided for my actuarial exams helps me to balance my work and studies. Being part of the Benefact Group also allows me to communicate and work with actuaries from the UK, Ireland, and Australia.
Frank Yang
Actuarial Specialist
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Toronto Head Office
Our modern head office is just a short walk away from Toronto’s Union and St Andrew Stations. With onsite car and bike parking, it has a perfect 100 transit score. You’ll find ergonomic working stations, a board room, a huddle room, a well-equipped kitchen, and even a relaxation room with low-lighting, games, and comfortable seating. There’s also a four-acre outdoor courtyard.
Our locations
