What is the role of the Canadian Life and Insurance Association (CLHIA)?

The Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA) primarily serves as the national organization representing the life and health insurance companies in Canada. Its role encompasses advocating for the industry, promoting the interests of its member companies, and addressing regulatory issues that affect the life and health insurance sectors. By fostering collaboration among insurers and stakeholders, the CLHIA works to ensure that Canadians benefit from a robust and sustainable life and health insurance system.

This focus on representation and advocacy distinguishes it from other potential roles, such as providing insurance coverage directly to travelers or creating specific travel insurance policies. The CLHIA's main objective is to support and represent the broader life and health insurance industry, rather than directly regulating or developing individual travel insurance products.