OCCA SCHOLARSHIP

Every year OCCA awards scholarship to high potential actuarial or math university students in Ontario that demonstrate interest in pursuing a career in property and casualty (P&C) insurance.

2024 OCCA Scholarship

The OCCA Scholarship Program will award up to five $1,000 scholarships to students who are currently enrolled at a university in the province of Ontario, in an Actuarial Science program for the 2023-2024 academic year. An applicant must have demonstrated high scholastic achievement and a strong interest in the property/casualty insurance industry. Click HERE for details on how to apply.

Promising Students

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Invaluable Opportunity

Beyond the monetary award, retained candidates will be given the opportunity to attend an OCCA meeting and network with professionals in the P&C industry.

Property and Casualty insurance is broadly defined as protection against damages to your business, car and home as well as any legal liabilities that might result from damage to the property of others.

Actuaries working in the P&C field take on various roles within insurance companies. Two traditional areas of actuarial work are reserving and pricing. However, many other departments within insurance companies also employ actuaries. As a P&C actuary, you may also choose to work for a consulting firm.

An actuarial career within the P&C field will be challenging and very rewarding.

Projected employment growth in the Canadian P&C industry for actuarial roles
Use of predictive analytics is the most advanced in this segment of actuarial work
Regulatory changes and technological advances make P&C a dynamic and exciting place to be. Examples include telematics and usage-based insurance, price optimization, etc.

Mark your calendars!

OCCA Scholarship Info Session

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Location: Zoom Meeting (case sensitive link)

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Interested in learning about the OCCA Scholarship and becoming a P&C Actuary? The Ontario Conference of Casualty Actuaries’ Scholarship Committee will speak on topics including ‘Why be a P&C Actuary’, ‘Departments within P&C’, ‘Industry Trends’, and how to apply to the OCCA Scholarship. Join us virtually at the Joint University OCCA Scholarship Info Session on TBD!

2024 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Albert Wang

University of Toronto

4th year student. Majoring in Actuarial Science and Specializing in Statistical Theory & Methods. I’m passionate about using unique strengths and interested to create innovative solutions in building resilient and antifragile communities. I love going rock climbing and producing music.

Austin Do

Western University

3rd year student. Majoring in Honours Specialization in Actuarial Science. Actively involved in various actuarial communities like the Actuarial & Statistical Undergraduate Association (ASUA) at Western University and ASNA. When I’m not studying, I like exploring hiking trails, capturing nature through photography, and getting creative in the kitchen, whether it’s cooking new dishes or baking fresh bread!

Gureet Kaur Bhullar

University of Waterloo

4th year student. Majoring in Actuarial Science and Statistics. I love learning new concepts and finding the solution to problems. Through my actuarial journey, I aim to make meaningful contributions to the actuarial industry by mentoring budding actuaries. When I’m not studying, you can find me playing basketball or exploring new dessert and coffee spots.

Jolin Cheung

McMaster University

3rd year student. Specialization in Actuarial and Financial Mathematics. I am passionate about contributing to the actuarial community by mentoring first year students interested in the actuarial field. I am always excited to expand my knowledge and skills. In my free time, I enjoy staying active and exploring the outdoors.

Nandisha Uppiah

York University

3rd year student. Majoring in Actuarial Science. I am recognized for my dedication to academics and community engagement. Originating from Mauritius as a first-generation immigrant, I hold a strong passion for numbers and am deeply committed to advancing diversity in the actuarial realm. Beyond my academic pursuits, I prioritize fitness and maintaining a well-rounded lifestyle. Actively involved in actuarial organizations, I strive to foster inclusivity, provide opportunities for underrepresented groups, and aspire to leave a lasting legacy that enriches the actuarial profession for generations to come.