Become a Member
IBABC Membership
The Insurance Brokers Association of B.C. is the main trade association for P&C insurance brokerages in the province.
Membership in the Insurance Brokers Association of B.C. is voluntary. Member brokerages must hold a valid "other than life" licence to transact general insurance issued by the Insurance Council of B.C. Eligibility for membership categories - full member, affiliate, associate and so on - is determined by the degree of control of the brokerage by shareholders and whether or not those shareholders are financial institutions. Only brokerages and their affiliates that have private majority ownership can be full, voting members of IBABC.
Non-brokerage firms may avail themselves of some member benefits by becoming an IBABC Affinity Partner. This is ideal for businesses allied with the insurance industry that wish to receive BC Broker magazine, access education programs at member rates and enjoy networking opportunities at IBABC events.
IBABC Membership Application Form
IBABC members receive:
- tangible savings in the benefits and privileges made possible through their combined buying clout
- high-quality education programs developed by and for brokers, at preferred pricing
- timely communications and information on changes and emerging trends
- public-affairs advocacy that maintains consumer protections and industry viability
- image-building programs that help consumers understand and appreciate the broker value proposition
- resources to make their operations more efficient and prosperous
- networking opportunities with other colleagues and industry stakeholders
- connection with colleagues across Canada through membership in the Insurance Brokers Association of Canada, and resultant economies of scale in education, advertising and advocacy.