Western Surety Adds Bench Strength

As we begin the New Year, we are pleased to introduce 3 new additions to Western Surety's Regina underwriting team to further support our broker partners.

Ariel Francis commenced her employment at WSC in May of 2025 through the Co-op program at the University of Regina's Paul J. Hill School of Business. Ariel is currently completing her Bachelor of Business Administration in conjunction with her WSC employment. Outside of work, Ariel enjoys snowboarding and disc golf.

Ben Ballman joined WSC in September 2025 after graduation from the University of Regina's Paul J. Hill School of Business with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree majoring in finance. Outside of work Ben is an avid golfer and enjoys volunteering at the Regina Hungarian Club.

Mitch Picton joined WSC in 2026. Mitch is a graduate from the University of Regina's Paul J. Hill School of Business with a Degree in Finance. If Mitch's name sounds familiar, he recently celebrated winning the Grey Cup with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in November 2025. After an 8-year successful career as a CFL wide receiver (all with the Riders), he has traded in his football cleats for a career in surety. In his spare time, Mitch enjoys outdoor activities which include golf, hunting and skiing.


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