June 2026

What a fantastic way to close out the season with our Annual Golf Tournament on May 29 at Cardinal Golf. We were fortunate to enjoy a gorgeous day on the course. I would like to extend a sincere thank you to all of our sponsors for their generous support if the OIAA and our chosen charity Starlight Insurance

Thank you to our hole sponsors; Hudson Restorations, Paul Davis, Hero Response, DKI, Pinchin, Larrek, Kings Restoration Group, InsuraBuild, Winmar, Rebuild Response, SBA Lawyers, Bell Temple, Cira Health Solutions, First OnSite, Axicon Group Inc. VForensics, Wickens, and Brown & Beattie Ltd.

Thank you to our bag sponsor; Accomsure, the ball sponsor; 911 Restoration, the cart sponsor; Hero Response, and our dinner sponsors; Kings Restoration Group, Circle Ridge Construction and Restoration, Integricon Property Restoration and Construction Group, Icon Global and Golden Horsehoe Appraisals, your support helped make the event both memorable and successful.

I would also like to recognize the incredible golf committee; Sheri Turner, Shawna Gillen, Emily Feindel, Carrie Keogh, Kayla Helmond, Jennifer Cutruzzola and Ana Janeva. The planning and coordination required to deliver an event of this scale is no small task, and this dedicated group once again exceeded expectations. Their attention to detail, enthusiasm, and commitment ensured a seamless experience for everyone involved. Thank you for all of your hard work and countless hours behind the scenes.

As I write this message, I am reminded that it will be my final President’s Message, and I find myself reflecting on what an incredible journey this has been.

Serving as your President has been one of the greatest honours of my professional life. While I am proud of what we have accomplished over the past year, what I will remember most are the people. The friendships formed, the conversations shared, the challenges we tackled together, and the collective passion that our members bring to this association every day.

This year has been an overwhelming success, but success is never the result of one person. It is built by our board members, all of whom are volunteers who generously give their time, committee members who work tirelessly behind the scenes, sponsors who believe in our mission, Senior Executive members who provide leadership and guidance, and members who continue to show up, engage, and support one another. I am deeply grateful to each of you.

As my term comes to an end, I do so with a full heart. Thank you for your trust, your encouragement, and the opportunity to serve this remarkable community. The experiences I have gained and the relationships I have built will stay with me long after I hand over the gavel.

While my role as President may be ending, my commitment to this association is not. I look forward to cheering on our future leaders, supporting our events, and watching our association continue to grow and thrive.

Thank you for making this year so memorable. It has truly been a privilege, and I will always be grateful for the opportunity to have served as your President.

Jennifer Brown
President, OIAA
Manager, Accident Benefits Claims
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