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    Land acknowledgement

    From coast to coast, in six cities across Canada, Sovereign Insurance operates on the unceded, stolen and treated traditional territories of hundreds of diverse Indigenous nations. We invite you to explore www.native-land.ca to discover more about whose lands you are currently working and living on, and the interconnectedness of land, waters and people.

    At a glance

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    In 2025 we donated over $180,000 to communities across Canada.

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    We reached 30+ organisations with our employees and partners across Canada.

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    We donated over $75,000 with our partners through the Partner Impact Fund to various local organisations and initiatives.

    2,083 employee volunteer hours

    $39,000+ in contributions

    through the Employee Impact Fund

    1,500+ kits assembled

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    Winnipeg:

    $2,500 donation

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    Vancouver:

    200+ hygiene kits

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    Montreal:

    480 hygiene kits

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    Halifax:

    300 hygiene kits

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    Calgary:

    430+ hygiene kits

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    Toronto:

    100 winter survival kits

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    We donated $55,000+ across the following organizations:

    Indspire, Food Banks Canada, Egale, Long Ago Peoples Place and the Yukon Wildlife Preserve

    IDEA in action

    We’re proud to share our commitment to showing up with strength, clarity and intention. Explore the Crown Effect through our four IDEA pillars.

    Thought Leadership: Your ideas. Our platform.

    In 2025, we joined the conversation and shone a light on diverse perspectives through sponsorships, research, articles, panels and national campaigns. We’re eager to share the following highlights.

    DEI Studio at the 2025 RIMS Canada Conference

    Sovereign made its mark at the 2025 RIMS Canada Conference in Calgary – one of the industry’s biggest gatherings of risk and insurance professionals. As sponsor of the conference’s DEI Studio, we created space for meaningful dialogue about inclusion and resilience in the insurance industry. 
     
    Colette Taylor, EVP and COO, Sovereign, and Oussama El Allaoui, Underwriting Specialist, chatted about leadership growth and the value of mentorship, while AVP Broker Distribution, Lance Chipudhla, joined our partners from the Canadian Association of Black Insurance Professionals and Link Canada for a candid discussion on underrepresentation and how collaboration fosters more inclusive workplaces. Beyond the sessions, our teams built connections with brokers, partners, and peers, reinforcing Sovereign’s role as a thought partner and advocate for progress. 
     
    Throughout the week, The Crown Effect was in full force—visible in our branded activations, energizing conversations, and industry partnerships. Supporting initiatives like the McGannon Foundation and investing in IDEA-focused dialogue reflects more than participation; it demonstrates who we are as an organization.

    By showing up with clarity, intention, and a focus on building resilient, inclusive futures, Sovereign continues to protect Canadian businesses and communities while shaping a stronger industry for all.

    RIMS Wrap Up

    International Women's Day

    In March of 2025, our very own Colette Taylor, Sovereign’s EVP & COO, participated in a special, candid conversation over high tea with BFL Canada’s President & COO, Lisa Giannone.

    Colette’s seven-year-old daughter and Lisa’s 16-year-old daughter also joined the conversation by asking their own set of thoughtful questions about leadership, confidence, and what it’s like to be a CEO.

    When asked what drives her to succeed as a woman in leadership, Colette said:

    “It's the opportunity to pay it forward. How lucky I am to sit in this role and dedicate myself so that we don't go backwards. Our kids inherit a better working environment than what we did when we joined. It's a privilege and responsibility and I'm so lucky to be part of that.”

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    DEI survey sponsorship with Canadian underwriter

    For the fourth year in a row, we partnered with Canadian Underwriter to sponsor a DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) survey, asking brokers to share their perspectives on how they view DEI in their workplace and in the industry.

    From February to March, nearly 400 Canadian Insurance brokers responded from across the country. From this survey, we were able to see that partners who prioritize IDEA report stronger employee retention, a more robust workplace culture, increased customer satisfaction, and more innovation within the industry.

    To help business leaders access tangible data, practical insights, and steps to create the conditions for the benefits of DEI initiatives to thrive in their organizations, we worked with Canadian Underwrite to create this interactive site.

    We also shared insights from the survey through thought leadership articles that include practical steps to embedding meaningful DEI initiatives in organizations:

    Partner Engagement: Your passion. Our impact

    Through partner donations and strategic partnerships with Link Canada and CABIP, we’re reflecting who we are at our core: a purpose-driven organization committed to strengthening Canadian communities, together with our trusted partners.

    Partner Impact Fund

    Your Call, Our Action! We know our partners care about their communities, and that’s something we all have in common.

    This year at Sovereign, we helped our partners donate over $75,000 in 2025 to causes that were near and dear to them across Canada. Some examples include donations to Second Harvest, Centraide Québec et Chaudière-Appalaches, and the Bell Park Academic Centre.

    Collaborations

    In 2026, we renewed our partnership with Canadian Association of Black Insurance Professionals (CABIP). We are proud to stand with CABIP. Together, we advocate for representation, inclusion and advancement of Black insurance professionals within the Canadian insurance industry.

    We also onboarded a new partner in 2025, Link Canada. We are proud to support Link in their main objective: to advocate, educate and elevate the LGBTQ2S+ community in Canada and create a safe space for folks in the community to connect on a professional level.

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    Mentorship and Talent: Your ambition. Our support.

    In 2025, we engaged face-to-face with the leaders of tomorrow. Through our partnerships with the McGannon Foundation and CABIP, and inviting students into our office, we provided hands-on experiences to inspire the next generation.

    McGannon Foundation

    We partner with the McGannon Foundation to support post-secondary education aligned to the evolving needs of our industry, with Sovereign executives serving on the board to help shape its future direction. Through financial support and hands-on student experiences, we help connect learning with real-world applications

    CABIP Career fair

    This year we were one again excited to join Canadian Association of Black Insurance Professionals (CABIP) in supporting Black insurance professionals to discover a purpose-driven career in our industry at CABIP’s annual career fair.

    Take our kids to work day

    This year’s Take Our Kids to Work Day gave grade nine students an inside look at life at Sovereign.

    The day kicked off with sessions on insurance careers, where students learned about the many roles that keep the industry running and why they matter. Later, they jumped into Marketing 101 to see how ideas turn into campaigns and why creativity matters.

    Along the way, they met Sovereign professionals, asked questions, and toured the office, making it a day filled with learning and meaningful conversations.

     

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    Community Commitment: Your community. Our Commitment.

    Strengthening our communities is fuelled by every small action and starts by empowering Canadians. In 2025, our employees rolled up their sleeves with 2,083 volunteer hours and donating over $39,000 in employee impact funding to local organizations and initiatives.

    Our impact didn’t stop there; Sovereign was also proud to donate funds to Indspire, Food Banks Canada, Egale, Long Ago Peoples Place and the Yukon Wildlife Preserve.

    Kitting events

    We hosted 5 kitting events across our offices in Canada.

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    • Woods Homes in Calgary (430+ hygiene kits to support for children, young people, adults, and families with mental health needs) 
    • Dress for Success in Halifax (300 hygiene kits to support unemployed and underemployed women achieve economic independence) 
    • Powell Place in Vancouver (200+ hygiene kits to support First Nations, Inuit, and Métis women and children) 
    • Native Women's Shelter of Montreal (Foyer pour femmes autochtones de Montréal) in Montreal (480 hygiene kits to support native women facing challenges with violence, abuse, poverty, mental illness, and addiction) 
    • Engage and Change in Toronto (100 winter survival kits that provide warmth and essential supplies needed for the unhoused and less fortunate) 

    Employee Impact Fund

    At Sovereign, caring about the community starts with the employees! The Employee Impact Fund is available to all employees who require funding for their volunteer efforts. This allows them to wear the crown when they volunteer with a local organization, facilitate team building activities for a good cause, or organize in-office food bank stations – whatever the cause – Sovereign is here to support!

    Calgary Animal Rescue
    Winnipeg Harvest
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    Halifax Kitting
    Vancouver Union Gospel Mission
    Blood Donation Toronto
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    An Update on the Polar Bears!

    In 2024, we were proud to donate $25k to Polar Bears International- Canada to protect polar bear mothers and their cubs, and the Arctic ecosystem they depend on.

    In 2025, we receive a report on how our funding helped!

    • Five peer-reviewed research papers published, including urgent findings on Hudson Bay bears
    • 114,000+ people reached through Tundra Connections® webcasts, inspiring action worldwide
    • The first-ever Polar Bear Safe Community Exchange, promoting coexistence across the Arctic

    🔗 Read the article to learn more about the Hudson Bay polar bear moms and cubs and what they have been doing in the summer: https://lnkd.in/gdXAhUPi

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    Creating lasting impact.

    In this report, we’ve shared the progress we’ve made to make a meaningful impact in our communities and to champion Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility. We’re committed to the steps ahead as we continue to build inclusive and equitable spaces, where every voice and perspective is valued.

    Thank you for being a part of our journey.