The Canadian Diamond Drilling Association is pleased to announce Knox Hutchison Insurance as our May Supplier Member of the Month. We interviewed the risk manager in charge of their mining division to learn a little more about their services and membership with the CDDA.
Can you tell us more about your company?
As part of McDougall Insurance, our Knox Hutchison Insurance office in North Bay has been a staple in mining insurance for over 30 years. We specialize in providing insurance and risk management solutions for companies in the mining sector in Northern Ontario and across Canada, insuring projects all over the world. From drilling contractors to mining supply companies, we offer tailored mining insurance solutions to meet the needs of companies that operate in this complex and ever-changing industry.
And as one of the Top 10 largest brokerages in Canada, we are afforded access to the most competitive markets while still offering excellent customer service you can expect from a local business. Knox Hutchison Insurance is still very much a family run office and has been for decades.
Why is specialized insurance support important in the mining industry?
Given the complexity of the industry and the ever-changing landscape, advances in technology and the continuous innovation, the mining industry will only continue to become more complex. Having a broker to navigate these evolving insurance waters, will be crucial to any companies risk management efforts. We are here to help simplify this critical business function.
What makes your company unique beyond the services you provide?
Our business is involved many clubs, charity work and volunteer efforts (including sponsoring community projects, giving back to community support organizations, customer appreciation initiatives, etc.) We believe in giving back to the communities and industries that support us, while building meaningful, long-lasting relationships with our clients, partners, and community members.
What do you value about being a CDDA Member?
It is a privilege to be part of an organization focused on serving the mining sector. As a Risk Manager it is critical to stay connected to what is going on in the industry to remain current with industry trends, technological advancements and opportunities/challenges that face the mining industry. CDDA is key in bringing together businesses with a common goal: to continue strengthening the mining industry to keep it going strong long into the future.
The CDDA extends our sincere thanks to Knox Hutchison Insurance, our Supplier of the Month, for their ongoing commitment to both the Association and the diamond drilling industry.
We encourage members to visit their directory listing to learn more about their services.
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