NEW LINE OF BUSINESS · CANADA
Pushing the boundaries of Canadian aviation
Specialty aviation capacity — now underwritten from Canada.
Broker-only: we underwrite exclusively through licensed insurance brokers and intermediaries — no direct insurance.
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A specialist market, now closer to home
Since 2006 elseco has led aviation, space and energy placements worldwide. The Canadian desk pairs that discipline with underwriters on the ground.
Long term partnership
Stable, research-led lines you can build a placement around — through the cycle.
Local underwriting
Canadian-based underwriters who know the geography, the regulators and the operators.
Lloyd’s Coverholder
The strength of Lloyd’s and the track record of elseco’s global specialty group behind every line we write.
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What we write in Canada
General Aviation
Owner-flown and professionally crewed fixed-wing operations, including remote and northern bases.
- Piston, turboprop & light jet
- Float, ski and northern operations
- Agreed-value hull and liability
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Three steps, one platform
01
Submit your risk
Send the application to your elseco Canada contact.
02
Quote in 48 hours
Our Canadian underwriters will provide tailored solutions to meet each client's specific needs.
03
Bind & service
We provide efficient and responsive underwriting support throughout the policy life cycle.
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A desk you can call
One office in Toronto — reachable directly, no queue.
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JOHN STEFANON
Senior Underwriter & Head of Aviation, Canada
John Stefanon began his career as a commercial pilot, progressing into corporate aviation before transitioning into aviation insurance. With more than 35 years of experience across both industries, he brings a distinctive combination of aviation expertise, operational insight, and insurance knowledge. Today, John combines his first-hand aviation experience with his insurance expertise to deliver disciplined, strategic solutions for complex aviation risks.— CANADA
E: john.stefanon@else.co
M: +1 416 725 2033
P: +1 647 254 9662
In: linkedin.com/john.stefanon
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Send us your risk.
Brokers get an indicative response within 48 hours. No login required to submit.
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Application forms
Download the application for your class, complete it and submit it.
If you are not a broker, please contact the licensed broker of your choice.
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Make a claim
Claims are handled by our Canadian claims administrator. Please notify your broker first - or send the details below and we will route it for you.
Aviation Claims Email: aviationclaims@ctcplc.com
Aviation Claims Emergency Line: 1 (888) 388-0028
Claims are notified as set out in your policy. They cannot be notified through this website.
elseco
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Specialty aviation, space and energy underwriting. Pushing boundaries of underwriting since 2006.
elseco operates through regulated carriers. Coverage subject to policy terms and conditions.
Lines
General Aviation
Rotorcraft
Aerospace
War Risks
Offices
Toronto
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