Diocesan Insurance Program
The Diocese has had a Diocesan Insurance Program in place for more than 40 years to help ensure that parish activities, officers, volunteers, congregations and properties and are properly protected against property and liability risks.
Participation in the Diocesan Insurance Program is required under Canon 38, #10, which states:
“All parishes shall insure their property and liability risks pursuant to a Diocesan Insurance Program approved by the Administration and Finance Committee, and as amended from time to time or as deemed advisable and necessary by the Administration and Finance Committee.”
The program provides a consistent approach to insurance across the Diocese and helps parishes acquire appropriate coverage for liability and property.
Annual Renewal Process
- Provider: Marsh Canada Limited (Broker) handles all documentation.
- Date: Renewal occurs annually on March 1st.
- Documents Sent: Participants receive a renewal letter, a Declaration Certificate (property details and values), coverage details and an invoice.
- Payments: All premiums are to be directed to The Diocesan Synod of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island to be credited to their Insurance account.
Policy Changes (Endorsements)
- Timing: Changes to your coverage can be made at any time. Major changes are put in place with documentation (minutes) from Parish Council.
- Cost: Changes will generate either an additional premium or a credit.
- Credits: Return premiums stay in your Insurance Receivable Account until you claim them.
Contact Guidelines
- Coverage & Policy Changes: Contact the Diocesan Insurance Administrator, Peter Flemming, pflemming@nspeidiocese.ca
- Billing & Payments: Contact the Diocese Finance Department.
- Broker Policy: Contact the Insurance Administrator initially, Marsh Canada will provide guidance, clarification as required.