Westland Insurance Acquires F.A. Smith Insurance Service Ltd.
August 1, 2024
Westland Insurance has acquired Alberta-based F.A. Smith Insurance Service Ltd., effective August 1, expanding Westland's presence in Alberta and its ability to serve clients in Fort Saskatchewan, Lamont, and Smoky Lake. F.A. Smith is a family-owned P&C brokerage serving home, auto, farm and business insurance needs; the deal supports Westland's strategic expansion across Canada.
- Buyers
- Westland Insurance
- Targets
- F.A. Smith Insurance Service Ltd.
- Sellers
- Owners of F.A. Smith Insurance Service Ltd. (family owners)
- Industry
- Insurance
- Location
- Alberta, Canada
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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