CHES Special Risk Named a Great Place to Work® for the Fourth Consecutive Year
TORONTO, ON, AUGUST 11, 2025/insPRESS/ – CHES Special Risk is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year, following a thorough and independent analysis conducted by the Great Place to Work® Institute Canada.
This certification is based on direct feedback from employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about their workplace experience. The results reflect CHES Special Risk’s ongoing commitment to creating a culture rooted in trust, support, innovation, and professional development.
“Being named a Great Place to Work® once is an honour, four years in a row is a testament to our people-first culture,” said Gary Hirst, President and CEO of CHES Special Risk. “We’ve worked hard to build a workplace that values collaboration, celebrates individual contributions, and supports personal and career growth. This recognition belongs to every member of the CHES team.”
With six offices across Canada, in Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver, Edmonton, Québec City, and Montréal, CHES continues to expand both its presence and its people focused philosophy. From weekly learning sessions and mentorship programs to fun team building events and cross-office collaboration, the company puts its values into practice every day.
A Culture of Growth and Gratitude
At CHES, team members enjoy a dynamic, inclusive work environment with strong leadership support, transparent communication, and an emphasis on continuous learning. Whether it’s welcoming new grads through tailored development tracks or encouraging seasoned professionals to lead with expertise, CHES is committed to fostering meaningful, long-term careers.
What’s Next for CHES?
CHES Special Risk continues to grow rapidly across the Canadian insurance landscape. With over 300 commercial insurance products, a boutique service model, and a reputation for innovation, CHES is not only a Great Place to Work, it’s a great place to grow.
ABOUT CHES Special Risk Inc.
CHES Special Risk Inc. was established as a Managing General Agent and Wholesale broker in 2004, in response to broker demand to a hardening marketplace, commencing with a particular specialty in the entertainment and hospitality business, later becoming a fully accredited Lloyd’s cover holder in 2009. CHES Special Risk and Sister Companies are a fully Independent MGA delivering “A” rated capacity both in the hard to place, and standard lines classes and support their retail brokers in growing and developing their businesses.
If you would like more information about this topic, please call us at 416-452-7850 or email Gary.Hirst@CHESspecialrisk.ca
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