Practice Risk Solutions

Specialized insurance for athletic therapists — exclusively through the CATA


 As a member of the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA), you have access to a comprehensive suite of insurance products designed specifically for the risks athletic therapists face — in the clinic, online, and beyond.




 Protecting you and your practice through one program

From the clinic to your business operations, CATA members have an insurance program covers the full spectrum of risk — with products tailored to athletic therapists at every stage of their career:


Free legal advice — because protecting your practice shouldn't cost extra

Navigating the legal system is costly and time-consuming. That's why members who purchase Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) through BMS receive complimentary access to confidential legal guidance from Miller Thomson.

Miller Thomson provides 24/7 consultation with respect to professional malpractice claims or potential claims and/or investigations or disciplinary actions. Legal experts are moments away with practical and timely assistance on all areas of risk covered by your insurance program.


What are the advantages of calling?

  • Reduce risk of litigation and risk mitigation
  • Identify potential liability issues
  • Protect information gathered and documents generated by investigation from disclosure
  • Determine recommended manner of investigation

Access:
Access to dedicated legal counsel through our hotline or dedicated email 

Value:
Access to preliminary legal support and telephone support as part of the CATA insurance program 

Urgent Support:
Access to after-hours hotline for urgent legal matters

Miller Thomson On-Call hotline: 1-800-387-4452
Urgent After Hours: 647-281-7091
Email: mtoncall@millerthomson.com  


Need to report a claim? Here's what to do.

If an incident occurs that may give rise to a claim, act promptly. Notify your broker or insurer as soon as practicable and document the event thoroughly, including all parties involved and any relevant details.

Have the following ready when you report: 

  • Your certificate of insurance 
  • Statement of claim, declaration, motion, College complaint letter, or other applicable legal documents
  • Any other relevant documentation  

PLI, Clinic PLI, CGL & Clinic Package (Berkley Canada)
claims@berkleycanada.com 

Cyber — Breach Response Services (Beazley)
1-844-778-5950 | bbrcanada@beazley.com 

Employment Practices Liability (Berkley Canada)
claims@berkleycanada.com

Personal / Business Legal Insurance (ARAG)
1-877-255-4269 (English) | 1-888-845-5205 (French)


About BMS

BMS Canada Risk Services Ltd.
979 Bank St, Suite 200,
Ottawa, ON K1S 5K5 

Contact Us, Toll Free:
t: 1-855-318-6556
e: cata.insurance@bmsgroup.com

This website is for information purposes only. The policy wording sets out the terms and conditions of the insurance contract, including any exclusions, limitations deductibles, or coverage extensions that may apply. In the event of a claim such terms and conditions may limit the amount of payable or exclude coverage. If you wish to receive a copy of the full policy wording, please contact us.

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