IBANS has been recognizing the achievements of brokers and insurers in Nova Scotia for almost two decades and 2026 will be no exception! 

We look forward to hosting our members, insurance partners and industry supporters at our annual Graduation and Aspire Awards Dinner.

The evening begins with recognition of our graduates in achieving their, Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) designation.  The focus of the night will then turn towards our 2026 Aspire Award nominees, as we honour those individuals who contribute daily through their leadership, knowledge and commitment.

DATE: April 23, 2026

TIME: RECEPTION 6:00 pm followed by Graduation and Dinner: 7:00 pm in the Commonwealth Ballroom

SITE: The Westin Hotel, 1181 Hollis Street, Halifax NS  B3H 2P6

*Dress for the evening is business OR business formal - no jeans please*

We look forward to welcoming colleagues from across Nova Scotia for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration. Together, we will raise a glass to the remarkable individuals whose contributions elevate and shape our insurance community each and every day!

Accommodations

For guests requiring accommodations at The Westin, please utilize the link below. The rate is $169.00+HST.  The last day to book is March 23, 2026.

Book your group rate for IBANS Annual Dinner

We would like to express our gratitude to our sponsors for their continued support of IBANS and our members.

Executive Sponsor: Economical Insurance

Premiere Sponsors: Wawanesa Insurance, AVIVA Insurance, Echelon, CAA Insurance and Intact Insurance

Presenting Sponsors: Pembridge and Portage Mutual Insurance