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Brayden York is an accomplished insurance and risk management professional with a proven track record of delivering significant value and helping organizations protect assets, strengthen resilience, and support sustainable growth through strategic insurance and risk solutions. As vice president, client executive at BFL CANADA Risk and Insurance Services, he partners with businesses to develop and optimize tailored programs that address complex challenges and support long-term objectives.
Drawing on experience as both a corporate risk manager and insurance broker, York brings a unique perspective to designing and managing complex and global portfolios. His expertise includes commercial insurance, enterprise risk management, captive insurance structures, claims management, policy consolidation, and stakeholder engagement across a wide range of industries, including real estate, pharmaceuticals, cannabis, and manufacturing.
Known for his collaborative and client-focused approach, he works closely with clients, underwriters, legal counsel, and business leaders to identify emerging risks and implement practical, value-driven solutions. He is committed to excellence and advocacy, helping organizations confidently navigate uncertainty, make informed decisions, and achieve their strategic goals.
York holds the RIMS-CRMP designation and is a Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB).
5700 Yonge St., Suite 1900, Toronto, ON, M2M 4K2
306 241 3010
byork@bflcanada.ca
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Brayden York
Vice President, Client Executive
BFL CANADA Risk and Insurance Services
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2015–2016
2016–2017
2017–2019
2019–2023
2023–2026
2015–2016: Insurance Broker at Axis Insurance
2016: IBC’s Young Gun
2015–2016
Owner of Base Portfolio Insurance Technology
2016–2017
Insurance Broker at Aon
2017–2019
2019–2023: Insurance Manager at Aurora
2023: Shortlisted for Captive Manager of the Year and Emerging Talent at Captive Awards
2019–2023
2023–2026: Insurance Broker at BFL CANADA Risk and Insurance Services
2025: Excellence Awardee, IBC’s Insurance Broker of the Year (Prairies and Maritimes) and Young Achiever of the Year
2023–2026
Milestones
“By focusing on doing the best possible job for every client, they naturally tell their friends and family. That organic growth has been very rewarding”
Alan Borthwick,
DUX Financial Services
“Our goal is not to speed up transactions but to slow down where it matters, taking the time to truly understand each client’s situation and deliver thoughtful, personalised guidance”
Alan Borthwick,
DUX Financial Services
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