The IBAO 2026 Awards of Excellence

Large Brokerage of the Year

2026 Awards of Excellence Nomination Form
Shining a spotlight on achievement that elevates Ontario’s broker channel

Our Awards of Excellence program celebrates individuals, brokerages and organizations driving progress across Ontario’s broker channel. Honouring innovation, service excellence and community impact, the awards spotlight those who go above and beyond to advance the brokerage profession, support clients and meaningfully contribute to their communities.

If you, an individual, brokerage and/or organization has made a positive impact on Ontario's broker channel and deserves some recognition, we encourage you to submit a nomination.

Winners will be announced live at the IBAO's Awards of Excellence Gala:

Date: Wednesday, October 21
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at events@ibao.on.ca

Large Brokerage of the Year
Recognizes a brokerage with 25 or more licensed brokers that sets the benchmark for excellence in the profession. Through exceptional client service, strong business performance, visionary leadership, and meaningful industry engagement, this brokerage inspires others and helps shape the future of insurance brokering.

Eligibility

To qualify for this category, nominees must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be an Ontario-based brokerage with 25 or more licensed brokers
- Be an IBAO Member in good standing
- Principal Broker/Senior Management is not a member of the IBAO Board or Awards Judging Panel
- Not a winner in this category within the past three years
- All achievements, initiatives, or results submitted must have occurred on or after July 1 of the prior calendar year
- Cannot be nominated by a current judge
Nominator Information
Nominator's Name

First NameLast Name
Nominator's Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship to Nominee
Nominee Information
Brokerage Name
Brokerage Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Brokerage Website
Year Founded
Number of Licensed Brokers
Nominee Contact for Follow-Up

First NameLast Name
Nominee's Email for Follow-Up
example@example.com
Submission Questions

Each response should be evidence-based, specific, and aligned with the judging criteria.
Impact and Results - Describe how the nominee demonstrates excellence in their role and creates a positive impact for clients, colleagues, and their brokerage.

Scoring Weight: 40% | Word Count:0/400
Innovation and Modernization - Describe how the brokerage has embraced innovation or forward-thinking approaches.

Scoring Weight: 30% | Word Count:0/200
Community and Industry Contribution - Describe how the brokerage contributes to the broader broker community and industry.

Scoring Weight: 30% | Word Count:0/200
Optional
Anything Else? - Is there anything else you would like judges to know about this brokerage that wasn’t captured above?

Word Count:0/300
Supporting Documents

You may upload: up to 3 testimonials (PDF or image), up to 3 supporting documents (case studies, metrics, screenshots, media), an optional 2-minute video introducing the nominee.
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- You acknowledge that judges cannot score submissions where a conflict of interest exists
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Large Brokerage of the Year

Large Brokerage of the Year

Nominator Information

Nominee Information

Submission Questions

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