Westland Insurance expands further in Ontario
Deal the third in the province this year
Westland Insurance expands further in Ontario
MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS
By Terry Gangcuangco
08 Nov 2024

Westland Insurance has expanded its presence in Ontario by acquiring MSP Insurance Corp., known as Mitchell Sandham Pastor Insurance Brokers, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition is Westland’s third partnership in the province this year.

MSP Insurance, based in Mississauga, has been serving clients across the Greater Toronto Area since 1957. The property & casualty insurance brokerage is recognized for its team of skilled brokers who focus on delivering personalized service through comprehensive insurance guidance, policy maintenance, and claims assistance.

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Westland president and chief executive Jamie Lyons (pictured) commented: “We’re thrilled to welcome MSP Insurance to the Westland team.

“As we continue our growth journey across Eastern Canada, we feel privileged to join forces with this outstanding brokerage, in no small part due to their tremendous leadership and passionate employees.

“We’re looking forward to working with their team to continue serving Mississauga and make a difference in the lives of their clients.”

Read more: ‘It’s getting harder to be a smaller, generalist broker’ – Westland CEO

Recent acquisitions by Westland include F.A. Smith Insurance Service, Alberta Best Insurance, Excel Insurance Lloydminster, M. Butler Insurance, and Canadian Special Risks.

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