Actuary

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Actuary (Canadian Insurance): A credentialed professional who uses mathematics, statistics and financial theory to measure and manage risk for Canadian life & health and property & casualty insurers. Employed by insurance companies, pension funds and consulting firms, actuaries calculate how much money must be collected in premiums today so that future claims can be paid on time. This includes setting premium rates, estimating claim reserves, assessing capital adequacy under federal/OSFI solvency rules and validating that pricing and product design comply with provincial insurance legislation. To be recognized in Canada, an actuary must complete the educational, exam and experience requirements of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) and maintain continuing education and practice-standards obligations.

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