Ecclesiastical Insurance Named One of Canada's Top Employers for Young People, 2015

TORONTO, ON--(Marketwired - May 05, 2015) - For the third consecutive year, Ecclesiastical Insurance has been named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People. The news was received with enormous pleasure and pride by the company's leadership and by employees across Canada.

The editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers conduct this national competition, now entering its 14^th year, in order to recognize organizations that provide the best programs to attract, develop and retain younger employees. As part of the selection process, the Editorial Committee reviews a wide range of initiatives, among them training and mentoring programs, tuition assistance for specific courses or professional designations, as well as career management, advancement and retention.

"We are delighted to receive this prestigious designation for the third time and honoured to be included among many of Canada's most highly-respected organizations," said Jacinta Whyte, Deputy Group Chief Executive, Ecclesiastical Insurance, and General Manager & Chief Agent for Canada. "Above all, we are extremely proud of our Business Intern Program and of the young women and men who have graduated to increasingly responsible positions in our company."

"Our program, based on an accelerated rotational model, is designed specifically for university graduates looking to build careers in the commercial insurance industry," added Lorna McIntosh, Vice President, Human Resources. "Our Interns have the opportunity to learn about every area of our business and to acquire professional designations. As part of their rotation, they are also placed with non-profit organizations so that they may participate actively in good corporate citizenship. This approach enables young employees to become not only well-rounded insurance professionals but also strong, civic-minded business leaders."

Being recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People speaks to the quality and dedication of all Ecclesiastical employees. Their commitment to the program and to the young people who participate in it have enabled us to foster a culture of learning and mentorship throughout our organization.

About Ecclesiastical Insurance
Founded in 1887 and with offices in Canada since 1972, Ecclesiastical Insurance is a specialist insurance provider. Working closely with the national independent broker network, Ecclesiastical provides customized insurance solutions and services to faith organizations, retirement communities, education facilities, arts & culture institutions, funeral service providers and registered charities and non-profit groups.