Benfield has announced the expansion of its global facultative practice into Canada.

Benfield's new Facultative Solutions practice will be headed by industry expert Jim Willis.

Scott Polkinghorne, facultative solutions team leader for the US and Canada, said: "The opening of our Canadian Fac Solutions practice is a natural progression in our expansion in the North American markets."

Before joining Benfield, Willis was senior vice president, reinsurance at PWS Canada.

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
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