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What Is Independent Broker?

An independent broker represents you, not a single insurance company. Because they work with many carriers, they can shop the market for the right coverage and price, give unbiased advice, and advocate for you at claim time, unlike a captive agent or a direct insurer that only sells its own policies.

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Reviewed by Roughley Insurance Brokers Ltd., licensed Ontario insurance brokers since 1945. Last updated October 10, 2026. ← Back to the glossary