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Cowan Insurance Group

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Wants to be perceived as progressive and innovative, but internally they're struggling with change - Anonymous employee Cowan Insurance Group Employee Review

1.0
Mar 2, 2018
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Knowledgeable and talented individuals who carry the company. Cowan also shows ongoing support to the community, notably with their recent $4 million donation to Conestoga College.

Cons

Company is collapsing because they're no longer able to retain their best talent because of appalling management and politics. They apply for awards such as "Most Admired Corporate Culture" but in reality the work environment is growing increasingly toxic, which is reflected directly upon their high turnover rates in the past 12 months. They strive for the perception of a progressive and innovative company, however internally they're struggling to adapt to change. They're losing their most important accounts and continue to be behind on revenue and growth objectives, and this has dampened the overall company morale. It's ironic that they work with companies to develop benefits plans that "attract and retain talent", yet the reality is Cowan offers their own employees a mediocre, and expensive benefits package.

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Cowan Insurance Group Response
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Thank you for taking the time to write a thoughtful review! We appreciate hearing about your experience and are glad to learn that you enjoy working with your team members and our unique work culture.
1.0
Jun 6, 2026
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Pros

Friendly coworkers and opportunities to learn new skills. The role provided valuable experience in the insurance industry

Cons

Management could be unsupportive at times, and employee concerns were not always addressed effectively. Expectations often felt unrealistic, creating a stressful work environment with limited opportunities for growth and development.

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Cowan Insurance Group Response
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that your role has provided valuable experience and learning opportunities in the insurance industry. We also appreciate your candid comments regarding management support, communication, and career growth. At Cowan, we believe employees should feel respected, heard, and supported in their development. We encourage team members to speak with their leader or Human Resources to address specific concerns so we can better understand their experience and work collaboratively toward improvements. If you would like to share more about your experience, please feel free to reach out to us at human.resources@cowangroup.ca.
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