J.-Sebastien Lagarde

As a stable, preferred property & casualty insurance company in Canada that is fully committed to independent brokers, we provide specialized and innovative solutions to our valued broker partners and policyholders. Our adaptive products are exclusively available through an extensive distribution network of selected independent brokers across Canada. Committed to and driven by long-term relationships, we provide personalized service and customized products to meet the emerging needs of individuals and businesses. Commercial property and liability, personal property and automobile insurance are at the core of our business lines. Our client-oriented and knowledgeable experts underwrite a variety of risks, including niche and non-commodity segments. Since 1976, our team provides insurance to Canadians from our offices located in Québec, Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta and British Columbia. Optimum General Inc. is a Canadian holding active through its three companies: Optimum Insurance Company Inc., Optimum West Insurance Company Inc. and Optimum Farm Insurance Inc. Optimum General Inc., is a subsidiary of Optimum Group, a private and diversified financial group with international operations.

Founded in 2008, Anges Québec is the largest group of angel investors in Canada whose mission is to invest capital and expertise in innovative Québec-based companies. To date, the members of Anges Québec have invested more than $80M in the Québec economy, totalling more than 210 investments in over 115 innovative companies. The Anges Québec professional development centre supports its members in the constant acquisition of new investment-related knowledge and skills.