Wilson M. Beck Insurance Alberta

Summer BBQ Kickoff ☀️🍔

Last Friday, the Wilson M. Beck Insurance Alberta team kicked off summer with sunshine, great food, and even better company.

A big shoutout to Sam J. Feldman and Rob Klewchuk, for handling the grill and serving up the steaks and burgers, and thank you to everyone who brought the amazing salads, sides, treats, and summer spirit.

Special thanks to Roni Furgeson, our People & Culture Manager, for bringing the team together and making it all happen.

Good food.
Great people.
A perfect start to summer at WMB.

We Care. We Help.

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Honour. Celebrate. Reflect.🌿

Today, on National Indigenous Peoples Day, we recognize and celebrate the cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.

This day is more than a moment of recognition.

It is an opportunity to reflect on the deep history of Indigenous Peoples, honour the strength and resilience of Indigenous communities, and continue learning with respect and humility.

At Wilson M. Beck Insurance Alberta, we believe meaningful recognition begins with awareness, listening, and a commitment to understanding the people, stories, and cultures that have shaped this land for generations.

Today and every day, we honour the past, celebrate the culture, and embrace a future built on respect, inclusion, and continued learning.🧡

Honour the past. Celebrate the culture. Embrace the future.

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Protect. Support. Lead.👔

Ahead of Father’s Day, Wilson M. Beck Insurance Alberta celebrates the dads, father figures, mentors, and caregivers who show up in quiet, powerful ways every day.

The ones who lead with patience.
Support without asking for credit.
Protect the people around them with care, commitment, and strength. 💙

Whether at home, in business, or in the community, their impact is felt in the values they pass on and the example they set.

For every dad, father figure, mentor, and caregiver who leads with love, protects with purpose, and supports without needing the spotlight — today, we celebrate you.

Wishing you a very Happy Father’s Day.

On the Course with Alberta’s Roofing Community⛳

Terence D. Cairns, BBA, Executive Vice President at Wilson M. Beck Insurance Alberta, was proud to represent our team at the Alberta Allied Roofing Association Annual Golf Tournament at The Hamptons Golf Club in Calgary. ☀️

AARA continues to be an important voice for Alberta’s roofing industry, bringing together contractors, suppliers, and industry partners who help strengthen the trade and support the people behind it.

For WMB Alberta, these events are more than a day on the course.

They are an opportunity to listen, connect, and continue building relationships with the businesses and leaders shaping Alberta’s construction and roofing sectors.

Thank you to the Alberta Allied Roofing Association for hosting a great tournament, and special appreciation to Chelsea Broadbridge, Executive Director at AARA, for her leadership and work in bringing the industry together. ✨

A great day of golf, conversation, and connection with Alberta’s roofing community.

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AI is driving demand. It's also helping drive cargo theft.

According to Canadian Underwriter's Christopher Reynolds, losses from supply chain crime in Canada and the U.S. rose 60% last year to nearly US$725 million, as organized groups increasingly targeted high-value shipments linked to AI infrastructure.

Copper, server racks, RAM, and other technology components have become attractive targets as demand for AI data centres continues to grow.

But the cargo itself is only part of the story.

The report notes that criminals are increasingly using AI-powered tactics to automate phishing campaigns, access company systems, generate fake shipping documents, create false images, and impersonate legitimate carriers.

In some cases, truck drivers unknowingly become part of the scheme, transporting stolen cargo with paperwork that appears completely legitimate.

Key insights from the report:

• Supply chain crime losses rose 60% in Canada and the U.S. last year
• Theft of metals increased 77%, driven largely by copper demand
• AI infrastructure components are increasingly being targeted
• Criminals are using AI to make fraud more convincing and harder to detect
• Higher theft, insurance, and security costs ultimately find their way back to consumers

As Christopher Reynolds reports, experts say stronger vetting, integrated security systems, and better real-time visibility will be critical in helping businesses stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated theft operations.

Full story:
https://lnkd.in/grcXbHPh

Roofing Insurance Outlook 2026 — Connecting with the RCANS Community

WMB Alberta was proud to be part of the RCANS Roofing Contractors Association of NS event in Nova Scotia, with Terence D. Cairns, BBA, Executive Vice President, representing our team.

As part of the event, Terence delivered a presentation on “Roofing Insurance Outlook 2026,” sharing insights on the changing insurance landscape and what roofing contractors should be thinking about as they plan ahead.

WMB Alberta was also pleased to support the golf portion of the event as a Hole-in-One Sponsor, giving golfers a chance to win $25,000 at KenWo Hole - 2. ⛳💰

A sincere thank you to the Roofing Contractors Association of Nova Scotia for bringing the industry together, and special appreciation to Juanita MacDonald, CPHR, Provincial Manager at RCANS, for her support and coordination.

It was a great opportunity to connect with the people helping move the roofing industry forward.

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Connecting with the People Who Keep Alberta Moving 🛣️

Wilson M. Beck Insurance Alberta was pleased to attend the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA) Golf Tournament in Grande Prairie — proudly known as the “Gateway to the North.”

It was a beautiful day of sunshine, conversation, and connection with the people and organizations helping build and maintain Alberta’s essential infrastructure.

ARHCA represents Alberta’s roadbuilding and heavy construction industry, including the contractors, suppliers, consulting engineers, and municipalities involved in roads, bridges, water systems, and other major infrastructure projects.

A special thank you to Ron Glen, Corinne Urquhart and Kim T. for helping bring together such a strong industry event. 👏

We also appreciated connecting with the County of Grande Prairie and the broader roadbuilding community.

Representing WMB Alberta were Sukhvinder Singh Aulakh, Commercial Account Executive, and Heather Ferguson, Business Development Manager. 🛡️

With ARHCA’s motto, “Fix Our Roads,” the message is clear: strong roads support strong communities, stronger business, and a stronger Alberta.

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🍅 FUN FACT: Tomato Sauce Insurance

A secret tomato sauce recipe may sound like something from an Italian family kitchen, not an insurance discussion.

But for many restaurants, food brands, and hospitality businesses, a recipe can be much more than ingredients on paper.

It can be intellectual property.
It can be brand value.
It can be the reason customers keep coming back.

That is why secret formulas and recipes are often protected as trade secrets.
And in some cases, businesses may look at specialized insurance solutions for risks such as theft, misuse, or unauthorized disclosure.

So while “tomato sauce insurance” sounds fun, the lesson underneath is serious:

Not every valuable business asset sits in a warehouse, office, or vehicle.

Sometimes, it is a recipe. A process. A formula.

A secret that gives the business its edge.

At Wilson M. Beck Insurance Alberta, we help businesses think beyond the obvious and understand the risks that truly matter.

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We are excited to welcome Jyleen Wong to Wilson M. Beck Insurance Alberta as Sr. Account Manager, VIP Personal Lines.

With more than 25 years in the insurance industry, Jyleen brings outstanding experience, perspective, and a deep commitment to client service.

From beginning her career as a file clerk to growing through a variety of roles, her journey reflects dedication, hands-on learning, and a true understanding of the business from the ground up.

Jyleen is passionate about delivering exceptional service, trusted advice, and building meaningful client relationships.

“I am excited to be part of this exceptional team and grateful for the opportunity to contribute my experience and passion for client service.”

Welcome aboard, Jyleen. We are thrilled to have you as part of the WMB Alberta team.

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