Jim started in the insurance business in 1957 and earned an Economics degree at the University or Toronto. Brian joined his father's business in 2000 after completing an economics degree at the University of Western Ontario. Chris worked with RBC for the first 18 years as a bank manager before he entered independent financial services field.
Valerie is a Registered Insurance Broker of Ontario (RIBO) license, and joined our Customer Service team in 2013. The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada helps you understand equipment breakdown and specialty risks. CNA has built relationships with our broker partners to meet the insurance needs of commercial businesses.
Valerie is a Registered Insurance Broker of Ontario (RIBO) license, and joined our Customer Service team in 2013. The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada helps you understand equipment breakdown and specialty risks. CNA has built relationships with our broker partners to meet the insurance needs of commercial businesses.
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Jim Kelly Insurance was founded over forty years ago out of the desire to provide greater choice, value and service to clients.
In 1981 a young Jim Kelly had started a family, completed an economics degree, and was working for a large insurance company in Toronto when he decided that by opening his own brokerage, he could provide more personalized and tailored services to his clients, helping them navigate the important and sometimes complex decisions around insurance as well as provide greater support during stressful moments in their life.
In 1981 a young Jim Kelly had started a family, completed an economics degree, and was working for a large insurance company in Toronto when he decided that by opening his own brokerage, he could provide more personalized and tailored services to his clients, helping them navigate the important and sometimes complex decisions around insurance as well as provide greater support during stressful moments in their life.
Jim has more than five decades of experience working in the insurance industry, growing the brokerage over this time through acquisitions and organic growth. Brian joined the business in 2000 after completing an economics degree at the University of Western Ontario.
Brian specializes in commercial, life and health insurance, and in 2009 earned his Certified Financial Planners (CFP) designation, expanding the practice to offer investment planning and a full range of investment products including RRSPs, RESPs, TFSAs and Group Retirement Savings Plans.Chris started his career in the financial industry, working with RBC for 18 years.
Brian specializes in commercial, life and health insurance, and in 2009 earned his Certified Financial Planners (CFP) designation, expanding the practice to offer investment planning and a full range of investment products including RRSPs, RESPs, TFSAs and Group Retirement Savings Plans.Chris started his career in the financial industry, working with RBC for 18 years.
However, choosing the right policy is not always as straightforward as it seems. Did you know, for example, that overland water, sewer backups, and earthquakes aren't covered by most basic home insurance policies? Luckily, we've been in the business a long time so consider us your risk-management gurus.
We know it is mandatory in Ontario to have basic insurance coverage but accidents can and do happen and this is not the time to find out if you are properly covered. At Jim Kelly Insurance, we understand the gaps between what protection you need and what basic auto insurance provides and will help you bridge those gaps to find the best product to meet your needs.
It's not something any of us want to think about. However, if someone in your life is dependent on your income, then life insurance can protect the financial security of the people you love by giving them a tax-free payment after you die. Purchasing life insurance is a key part of securing your financial future.
Reviews (8)
Felimon Tablada
Jun 12, 2021
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Sherrylyn Canlas from Jim Kelly Insurance Brokers Ltd provided me an exceptional service from getting a quote for my Seadoo PWC till the completion of Insurance Application with Premier Marine. Sherrlyn was very responsive (even outside office hours) and accurate in answering every questions I have for the insurance quote she provided. Because of Sherrlyn's professionalism and exceptional service , I was encourage to get the Insurance from Jim Kelly Insurance Broker instead from the other Insurance Broker I initially deal with who provided the same quote. Thank you very much for your help and looking
Leslie Bainard
May 25, 2021
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I needed insurance for my home, cars and trailer. A friend recommended Jim Kelly Insurance, so I gave them a call. Spoke with a lovely lady named Valerie. She was extremely helpful and very professional. After an extensive list of questions, to make sure we would be fully covered, she presented a quote. It was reasonable, easy to read and understand and covered everything. Nobody likes to buy insurance but Valerie made the process seamless and quick. Very professional, informative and attentive. Glad I made the switch to Jim Kelly Insurance and my new broker Valerie. I highly recommend you give
James M.
May 21, 2021
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I have been using Jim Kelly Insurance for about 8 years. I switched from State Farm because Valerie was able to find me rates I couldnt find elsewhere and has continued to do so every time I have asked. Valeries knowledge and resources make Jim Kelly Insurance top brokerage that I am glad to be a client of. Professional, reliable and honest Insurance agents are hard to come by so make sure to ask for Valerie.
Leandro Ciancio
May 20, 2021
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Brian (and the entire team at Jim Kelly Insurance) has been taking care of all of my personal and business insurance needs for the past 15 years and I couldn't be happier. He's always available and does his absolute best to find me the exact policy I need at the best price. I highly recommend Brian and Jim Kelly Insurance for all your insurance needs, both personal and business.
Gabriella Oliver
May 18, 2021
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Valerie at Jim Kelly's got me a much better rate than when I tried shopping on my own. Not only did she find a good rate for my new to me car, she got my renter's insurance included at a much lower cost. I've saved hundreds in the last year and so happy for it. Highly recommended! Excellent service, friendly advice, and very knowledgeable.
Mike Marucci
May 18, 2021
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Excellent Service. We have been expertly guided through various options for commercial, business and personal insurance needs by Brian Kelly and his team at Jim Kelly Insurance over the past several years. His knowledge, professionalism, advice and response time is unparalleled as we continue to grow our business.
John Mullins
May 10, 2021
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I have had my home and auto insurance with Jim Kelly Insurance Brokers Ltd for over 20 years. Brian and the team have looked after me so well over the years, the team always respond very promptly to my calls. There is a real personal touch, you deal with the same people all the time, unlike calling an impersonal call centre. I would highly recommend Jim Kelly Insurance Brokers.
Adam Nash
Feb 03, 2021
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I have been a Client of Jim Kelly Insurance Brokers for more than 20 years now, for all of my insurance needs. I find an incredible amount of value for the price that I pay in terms of the products I receive and the service level provided by their staff. I have had occasion for both Auto and Home to use the insurance polcies I have taken and have always been so impressed with the responsiveness and empathy that is apparent in their process, when dealing with clients in naturally stressful situations. My questions have always beed answered and requirements attended to in a thourough and timely manner
