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Westland and Globalex story

From humble beginnings in 1980 as a single family-owned brokerage in Ladner, BC, Westland has grown to become the largest independent, Canadian-owned brokerage in the country. Since then, we’re proud to have grown to a team of over 2,500 employees and over 250 locations coast-to-coast.

As Westland has expanded across the country, we have always maintained our focus on our people, our clients and our communities.

While Westland has a strong national brand, it also has a strong Anglophone connotation. Quebec has a unique culture in Canada and by having a dedicated brand for the region, we can better address the specific preferences of our Quebec clients. The Globalex brand represents professionalism, expertise and dedication to meeting the local and global needs of our clients

#coveragethatgoesfurther

At Globalex, we always go above and beyond to connect clients with the best coverage for them. From personal insurance to commercial insurance, our expert advisors do the work to make recommendations that fit our clients’ lives. Plus, our large network of insurers means they always get great rates and options. We work hard to provide Quebecers with coverage that goes further.

Expert advisors go above and beyond

Our advisors go the extra mile every step of the way, and do the legwork to provide personalized coverage solutions that fit our clients’ lives.

Our large network of insurers means more choice

We have a large network of insurers that we can tap into – guaranteeing great rates and options – so clients know they’re not missing out.

We work hard to make things simple

Whether it comes to finding the right coverage or navigating a claim, we keep things simple and use language that everyone can understand.

Our advisors are part of your community

Globalex advisors are local, so they understand the unique needs of your community. And, they’re easy to get hold of, in person, over the phone or on email.

We’re here for you when you need us most

When it comes to the claims process, we advocate for our clients and take the stress off them during a tough time. We’ve always got their backs.

A one-stop insurance shop

We’ve got you covered. From high-value and cross-border coverage to small businesses and complex risk management for enterprises, our expertise is unmatched.

Canada’s best reviewed insurance provider

We’re obsessed with providing the very best in client service, which explains our Google rating of 4.7 stars based on over 25 thousand reviews.

Award-winning service

We’re an Insurance Business Canada ‘Big Brokerage of the Year’ award winner, as well as 2023 fast brokerage and 2023 5-star brokerage.

Driven by purpose

Since 1980, we’ve supported our local communities. Each year, we commit $1m+ into initiatives spanning DEI, food insecurity and more.

Who is Globalex?

We provide the best possible insurance solutions for our clients to give them a powerful advantage.

We leverage the depth of our local knowledge, internal expertise and strength of our relationships.

We see every interaction as an opportunity to build a trusted client relationship.

We always listen, seek to understand your risks, advocate and make it easy and accessible in the way that works best for you.

We celebrate and support our people.

We provide continuous opportunities for career growth and development while valuing work-life balance. We listen, champion equality and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves.

We never forget our roots.

In the neighbourhoods and communities that made us who we are and in the values instilled by the founding family.

Core essence

Amplifying possibilities

Core values

  • Ambitious
  • Approachable
  • Expert
  • Collaborative
  • Grounded

Promise

Every day, we amplify possibilities by harnessing the power of our people, partnerships and platforms.