Northbridge Transportation & Logistics 75th Anniversary
Celebrating 75 Years of Serving the Canadian Transportation Industry
For 75 years, Northbridge Insurance has partnered with the transportation fleets, brokers, and logistics professionals who keep Canada moving. We’ve grown from a small transportation insurer to an industry leader by working to understand our customers and they risks they face each day.
Celebrating 75 Years of Serving the Canadian Transportation Industry
For 75 years, Northbridge Insurance has partnered with the transportation fleets, brokers, and logistics professionals who keep Canada moving. We’ve grown from a small transportation insurer to an industry leader by working to understand our customers and they risks they face each day.
A Legacy Built on Partnership, Safety & Innovation
Since 1951, we’ve been focused on helping Canadian fleets with specialized insurance, meaningful partnerships, and a steadfast commitment to safety. As we celebrate 75 years, we reflect on our milestones—and look forward to what’s ahead.
1951
The beignning
Our Story Starts on the Road
Markel opens in Canada, supporting the country’s growing trucking industry!
1985-87
Start of the Fairfax Family
A Turning Point
Prem Watsa acquires Markel Financial Holdings in 1985 and re-launches the company as Fairfax Financial Holding in 1987, at a time where Canadian trucking insurers were going through a rocky ride.
1990
Helping Customers Navigate Cross-Border Pressure
The creation of NAFTA increased cross border demand, regional supply chains and tripled trade among the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
