President and COO of CNA Canada John Hennessy, addressed the significance of the carrier’s relationship with brokers in his opening remarks, saying that one of the most important aspects of the new headquarters was its closeness to the company’s broker partners, claims professionals and lawyers.

“This new space in the renowned Toronto-Dominion Centre in the Financial District puts us in closer proximity to all of you, allowing us to better connect to and serve you.”

Hennessy also said that the relocation of Canadian Head Office “affirms CNA’s commitment to, and builds upon our legacy as, a major insurance carrier in the Canadian marketplace.”

Canada’s eighth largest commercial insurance writer, CNA’s existing products and services, include manufacturing, construction, technology, healthcare, management liability, and marine.

New products and services expected for 2016 include large property, financial institutions and umbrella.