Markel Let’s Talk Publications

Our growing library of Let’s Talk publications is produced to help truckers better manage their insurance needs and Insurance Brokers navigate the trucking industry.

All of our publications are available in PDF or printed format, absolutely free. New titles are added regularly so check back often.

We welcome your feedback—if you have any comments or questions, please let us know at letstalk@markel.ca.

Broker version Policyholder version	Let’s Talk about Determining the Stability of an Insurer This publication examines why it is so important that trucking companies determine how stable their insurer really is—particularly during times of market volatility. This e-book will provide you with crucial information regarding: Why stability is so important  How it affects trucking companies  How to measure stability  How to understand and utilize ratings companies to your advantage
Download PDF Order printed copy	Let's Talk about WSIB and Private Insurance Alternatives Let’s Talk about WSIB and Private Insurance Alternatives explains some of the legal obligations for workplace safety insurance and outlines how carriers can be affected by the coverage of their Ontario-based owner-operators. Let’s Talk about WSIB and Private Insurance Alternatives will help you: Understand your exposure to risk Make better choices regarding workplace insurance coverage for owner-operators Improve your company’s risk management strategy
Download PDF Order printed copy	Let's Talk about ACE Let’s Talk about ACE provides an overview on the new electronic filing process, how it will affect your business, and what you can do to become ACE-compliant. The publication also covers: Why ACE is being implemented The role of the customs broker What you need to implement ACE quickly
Download PDF	Let's Talk Trucking Insurance Pricing Offers candid information on: How your rate is determined How insurance companies make money Why trucking insurance prices have increased What you can do to control your insurance costs
Download PDF Order printed copy	Let's Talk Trucking Insurance Captives Captive insurance has recently become a hot topic within Canada’s trucking industry. Let’s Talk Trucking Insurance Captives provides information we feel every carrier should know about captives, including: How trucking insurance captives are structured How they work Who benefits in a captive The potential risks and costs of captive insurance to trucking operators
Download PDF Order printed copy	Let’s Talk the Business of Trucking Provides a comprehensive overview of Canada’s trucking industry including an invaluable ‘quick reference’ list of trucking terms as well as a list of useful industry websites. This publication is designed to help the non-specialist broker better service their trucking accounts.