FSRA imposes administrative penalties against Aviva Insurance Company of Canada and S&Y Insurance Company

TORONTO, Aug. 3, 2023 /CNW/ - The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) has imposed administrative penalties in the total amount of $300,000 against Aviva Insurance Company of Canada (AIC) and administrative penalties in the total amount of $300,000 against S&Y Insurance Company (S&Y).

AIC contravened the Insurance Act (Act) and its regulations:

• by failing to comply with sections 237 and 238 of the Act between November 15, 2021, and June 20, 2022; and
• by failing to comply with an obligation assumed by undertaking, pursuant to paragraph 441.3(1)(2) of the Act, between February 25, 2022, and June 20, 2022.

S&Y contravened the Act and its regulations:

• by failing to comply with sections 237 and 238 of the Act between November 15, 2021, and April 30, 2022; and
• by failing to comply with an obligation assumed by undertaking, pursuant to paragraph 441.3(1)(2) of the Act, between February 25, 2022, and April 30, 2022.

FSRA issued this order as a result of a settlement with AIC and S&Y.

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FSRA continues to work on behalf of stakeholders, including consumers, to ensure financial safety, fairness, and choice for everyone. Learn more at www.fsrao.ca.

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Russ Courtney
Sr. Media Relations and Digital Officer
Financial Services Regulatory Authority
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SOURCE Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario