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  • September 27, 2022

    On The Road with CDSPI

    CDSPI is on the road a lot these days visiting universities across the country meeting tomorrow’s dentists and welcoming them to the financial services organization created by dentists for dentists. Board Chair Jeff Williams recently spoke at the graduation dinner for Dalhousie students. Dear Dr. Williams, On behalf of the Dalhousie University’s Dentistry Class of […]

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  • September 22, 2022

    Important Information About Hurricane Fiona

    Hurricane Fiona is expected to bring dangerous weather conditions to areas of the Maritimes from late on Thursday, September 22 through Saturday, September 24. Zurich Insurance has helpful emergency response plans available to help you prepare for the storm: Flood Emergency Response Plan and Windstorm Emergency Response Plan. Potential Hazards Include: Severe and damaging wind […]

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  • June 9, 2022

    Emergency Information for British Columbia Floods

    If you have been affected by the floods in British Columbia, CDSPI has information to help you access resources. TripleGuard™ Insurance: TripleGuardTM insurance includes coverage for loss or damage to your dental office contents due to insured perils, such as floods. To Report a TripleGuard Office Insurance Claim: Call 1.800.561.9401 or email claims@cdspi.com.  CDSPI Claim Support Centre […]

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  • May 20, 2022

    CDSPI wishes Debbie Okamoto a happy retirement

    Please join us in congratulating  our advisor Debbie Okamoto, CFP®, Senior Investment Planning Advisor on her retirement on May 31, 2022. Debbie has worked with dentists at all stages of their careers providing financial planning solutions that address their investment, retirement, tax, and estate planning goals, while minimizing exposure to risk. A veteran of the […]

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  • April 27, 2022

    Scotiabank® and CDSPI Announce Strategic Agreement

    TORONTO, April 27, 2022 — Today, Scotiabank and CDSPI announce a new five-year strategic agreement. Under this new arrangement, Scotiabank will be the exclusive referral partner of CDSPI for personal and business banking products and services to address the unique banking needs of CDSPI clients. CDSPI, a not-for-profit organization, is the leading provider of insurance […]

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  • March 7, 2022

    Government of Canada Adjusts Cruise Ship Travel Advisory

    Effective 12:01am EST March 7, 2022, the Government of Canada adjusted its cruise ship travel advisory from a Level 4 (avoid all travel) to a Level 2 (exercise a high degree of caution). This means the Government no longer recommends that Canadians avoid cruise ship travel. With the lifting of the Level 4 cruise ship […]

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  • February 28, 2022

    How MAP can help in a traumatic event

    We are saddened and concerned by the military invasion in Ukraine. War, violence, and political uncertainty can cause stress, anxiety, and other responses, even if someone is not directly affected by the situation. Please know that we are here to support you and your family with our resources as everyone tries to understand the impact […]

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  • July 22, 2021

    Coronavirus Updates From CDSPI

    Find all the latest news and updates related to COVID-19 in one central place. Access information on insurance plans, market commentaries, tax news and more. NOTICE: CDSPI remains open, offices closed to the public     TripleGuard™ Insurance1 Pandemic Coverage TripleGuard™ Insurance: Second Wave FAQ and Resources, a message from our President, Ed Dermit (Sept […]

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  • October 19, 2020

    New and Expanded Federal Benefits for Businesses Announced

    As we are now in the second wave of COVID-19, the Federal Government has announced new and expanded support for businesses. This targeted support includes a new rent subsidy program, an extended Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, and an expanded Canada Emergency Business Account program to provide additional funds to previously qualified businesses.    While announced on October 9, 2020, no […]

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  • October 2, 2020

    Mental Illness Awareness Week MAP Resources

      October 2, 2020   October 4-10, 2020 is Mental Illness Awareness Week in Canada. To help bring awareness to this important aspect of total wellbeing, our Members’ Assistance Program has launched a new microsite – Depression and the pandemic: a deep dive.   The microsite provides you with articles, infographics and a video to […]

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