Who we are

Independent Financial Brokers (IFB) is a not-for-profit Association representing independent insurance, mutual fund and other financial service professionals.

What we do

As an Association, our role is to enhance and protect the businesses of our members and to support consumer choice. We do this by maintaining an active dialogue with the federal and provincial governments, the industry regulators, and the decision-makers. In addition, we provide our members with a variety of benefits, including high-quality Continuing Education opportunities so that they can remain on top of changes and developments within the industry.

Who are our members?

Just like the name says - IFB members are 'independent'. That means that they do not work exclusively for one company, and are able to sell the products and services of two or more companies.

Why choose an independent broker?

By promoting a wide variety of products and services - rather than focusing solely on the wares of one 'sponsoring' company - an independent broker provides the consumer with a broader range of choices. The customer comes first - above the interests of a particular insurer or other provider. The result?  More choices and a more informed decision.

Why join?

If you are independent financial services professional, you should be a member of Independent Financial Brokers. With an over twenty-year history of successfully fighting for the rights of the independent, IFB is the only Association dedicated to the needs and concerns of the independent broker. For more info on membership, click here.

Board of Directors Nomination Form

Office Location

Independent Financial Brokers of Canada
306-30 Eglinton Ave W
Mississauga ON
L5R 3E7
Tel: (905) 279-2727
Toll Free: 1-888-654-3333
Fax (905) 276-7295

Directors - 2008/2009

President
Merlin Chouinard

Vice President - Insurance
David Barber

Vice President - Member Relations
Wayne Harbin

Treasurer
Doug Vanderburgh

Claude Babineau* (New Brunswick)
John Dargie**

Scott Findlay* (British Columbia)
Luene LaFountaine* (Alberta)
Neil MacLean
Arnold McCurdy
Pierre Yves Migneron* (Quebec)
Richard Mototsune**

Marie Richardson
Michael Wise
Carol-lee Whipple

Executive Committee
Merlin Chouinard, Chair

Nominating Committee
Wayne Harbin, Chair

Education Committee
Doug Vanderburgh

Are you interested in getting involved in your Association?  Consider running for a position on the Board of Directors.  Director elections are held each year at the Annual General Meeting.  To apply, download and complete the application below.  For more information, contact Nancy Allan.

* Regional Director
** sits as Board representative on Executive Committee