MMR Insurance Broker – Toronto

About MMR Insurance Broker

On April 19, 1904, a small but ominous hostile fire started at the Currie Building at Bay and Wellington. The fire went undetected and swept across the city core to the south-east. Out went the call to fire brigades in response to the raging inferno. Many responded, including fire fighters from Hamilton and Buffalo, New York. By 10:30 the following morning, the fire was at last contained but the damage was horrendous. More than eight city blocks were destroyed, 5000 workers lost their jobs and the city suffered property damage in excess of $10 million. The city recovered quickly and continued on with its tremendous economic pace.

One of the many businesses to shine as a silver lining during this tragic time in Toronto’s history was the establishment of an insurance brokerage firm by Mr. Martin Merry. Owing in part to Mr. Merry’s business inclination, sense of empathy and high integrity, the firm flourished. Mr. Merry grew his business to secure established clientele, including household names such as Gooderham and Worts, Christie Bakeries, Kerr Addison Gold Mines and the Toronto Transit Commission.

Source : MMR Insurance Broker Online