ICMIF member Co-operators has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025. Co-operators says this recognition highlights its commitment to creating a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment, reinforcing its dedication to its employees and the broader community. The achievement underscores Co-operators’ belief that empowered employees are central to achieving its purpose of […]
ICMIF Supporting Member Aviva Investors recently announced the launch of an innovative Carbon Removal Fund which will provide institutional investors – including insurers – with access to carbon removal solutions which aim to deliver investment returns, whilst also supporting their long-term net-zero ambitions. Aviva Investors says its Carbon Removal Fund (‘CRF’, ‘The Fund’) will invest […]
Río Uruguay Seguros (RUS), a leading Argentinian cooperative insurer and long-standing ICMIF member, has launched RUS Pet Care, an innovative animal welfare plan offering extensive coverage for pets. The product includes veterinary care, telemedicine, and exclusive discounts at specialist retailers, reflecting RUS’s commitment to digital transformation and customer-centric innovation. The launch event was streamed live […]
Mutual and cooperative insurers remain a critical pillar of the global insurance industry, offering vital protections to individuals, families, businesses and communities around the world, says a new report from ICMIF Supporting Member EY. According to the EY Global Mutual Insurance Market Scan 2024, mutuals will only become more important as new risks emerge, presenting […]
ICMIF member Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (Canada) has partnered with the Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction (ICLR) to officially open the new climate resilience centre in Winnipeg. The facility, located in Wawanesa’s former executive office, will play a key role in advancing education and practical solutions to address the impacts of climate change. “As Canada’s […]
ICMIF member LB Forsikring, Denmark’s largest member-owned mutual insurance company, has been named the top company for image in the Danish 2024 Financial Image Survey. Conducted by Wilke and Watch Medier, the survey evaluates financial companies in Denmark across nine parameters, including trustworthiness, customer service and sustainability. LB Forsikring secured first place this year, moving […]
Earlier this month, ICMIF member CIC Insurance Group (Kenya) presented its inaugural Sustainability Report and introduced its new six-year Sustainability Plan. The plan, which spans from 2025 to 2030, is structured around four key pillars—Environmental Stewardship, Social Responsibility, Economic Resilience, and Responsible Governance—marking a formal commitment to sustainable practices within the organisation. The Sustainability Plan […]
ICMIF member La Segunda Seguros (Argentina), has been recognised at the 2024 Argentinian Circular Economy Awards for its innovative “Second Life” programme. This achievement highlights La Segunda’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and its leadership in the circular economy among 180 competing projects nationwide. The Argentina Circular Economy Awards celebrate outstanding circular economy projects that provide […]
ICMIF member Co-operators has joined the Climate and Equity Lab (Canada) as the national climate and equity partner, bringing an expanded network and enhanced capacity to address climate challenges impacting Canada’s most vulnerable communities. Founded by another Canadian ICMIF member, Gore Mutual Insurance in 2023 in collaboration with Social Innovation Canada (SI Canada) and York […]
This week, 375+ leaders from the global mutual and cooperative insurance sector will meet in Buenos Aires (Argentina) for the International Cooperative and Mutual Insurance Federation (ICMIF) Biennial Conference taking place 12-15 November 2024. This is the second highest ever number of delegates to attend an ICMIF Conference. Of this year’s delegates, 59 will also […]