Specialized insurance for social workers — exclusively through the CASW

As a member of the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW), you have access to a comprehensive suite of insurance products designed specifically for the risks social workers face — in the office, online, and beyond.

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Protecting you and your practice through one program

CASW members have an insurance program covers the full spectrum of risk — with products tailored to social workers at every stage of their career:

Did you know? E-Services are included in the CASW Professional Liability Insurance Program.

Coverage is automatically provided to CASW members who participate in the CASW Professional Liability Insurance Program.

Whether you connect with your clients through Skype, tele-video conferencing, text, phone, or email - you can be assured that you are protected when providing counselling services to your clients who are unable to meet with you in person.

Free legal advice — because protecting your practice shouldn't cost extra

Navigating the legal system is costly and time-consuming. That's why members who purchase Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) through BMS receive complimentary access to confidential legal guidance from Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP — one of Canada's leading national law firms with deep expertise in health care professional liability.

Professional legal helpline — no charge, no obligation

Reach a dedicated Gowlings lawyer for practical guidance on issues that affect your practice, including:

Privacy and confidentiality;
Conflicts of interest;
Responding to third-party requests for information;
Inquires from your regulatory body;
How to respond to a subpoena;
Professional misconduct matters; and
Ethical and professional obligations.

Gowlings Pro bono Legal Advice: 1-866-778-7191
www.gowlingwlg.com

Need to report a claim? Here's what to do.

If an incident occurs that may give rise to a claim, act promptly. Notify your broker or insurer as soon as practicable and document the event thoroughly, including all parties involved and any relevant details.

Have the following ready when you report:

Your certificate of insurance
Statement of claim, declaration, motion, College complaint letter, or other applicable legal documents
Any other relevant documentation

PLI/ CGL, & Contents/Crime/Business Interruption (IPG)
bmsberkleyclaims@ipgclaims.com

Cyber — Breach Response Services (Beazley)
1-844-778-5950 | bbrcanada@beazley.com

Employment Practices Liability (Berkley Canada)
claims@berkleycanada.com

Personal / Business Legal Insurance (ARAG)
1-877-255-4269 (English) | 1-888-845-5205 (French)

24 Hour Accident claim (BMS)
1-844-583-7747 | LionsGateUW@ipgclaims.com

About BMS

BMS Canada Risk Services Ltd.
979 Bank St, Suite 200,
Ottawa, ON K1S 5K5

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