Ross passed away peacefully during a gentle snowfall in late 2018 after a tough battle with cancer. Ross will be remembered for his kind spirit and dedication to his community. Whether serving on boards, taking leadership roles within local hockey organizations, fighting for environmental conservation in the Kawarthas or being Chief Clown at The Original Santa Claus Parade, he demonstrated how to truly put the needs of others before himself and how to give back without expecting anything in return.

He will live on forever in our hearts through memories of classic "Ross moments" and his legacy of giving.

Ross Morton in clown costume waving at the Santa Claus Parade

Ross Morton spent over 40 years in the life reinsurance world and throughout that time played a very visible role in the life insurance industry in Canada and the world. Ross made the transition from executive of major international companies to independent advisor very easily. His services, best described as mentor, advisor and reassurer, were available globally to companies, governments or individuals wanting assistance with a variety of specific tasks from the life broker producer to the most senior of executives in insurers.

Ross was awarded the LOMA Education Award at the 2005 LOMA conference in Orlando, Florida. He is the 22nd winner of the award that "was created more than 20 years ago and recognizes outstanding contributions to LOMA's professional education programs. It is the highest honour LOMA can bestow on an individual in the insurance and financial services industry."

"Ross Morton is unique. In the 20+ years I have known him, he has shown unassailable integrity, tremendous depth in his field, the ability to stand apart from the crowd when the facts support that decision, and a willingness to share with people to help them grow and become better stewards of the industry. Just knowing him makes me a better person and a better practitioner."

— Julian N. Wise, TEP

Books

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Again, Does It Make Sense?

Since Ross first edited and wrote for Life Office Management Association publications and then the historic Canadian Journal of Life Insurance, his unique style of opinionated and straight-to-the-point writing has garnered continued exposure in 38 countries. The topics ranged through management, reinsurance, underwriting, technology and general insurance insight. Each of his contributions took a unique view of the issue and formulated an article full of industry anecdotes and humorous meanderings.

"Who should read this book? Home-office underwriters, actuaries, marketing execs and every advisor filling out life insurance applications requiring financial underwriting."

— Steve Carlson, President, Marketing Options Inc.
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It Never Made Sense!

11 years since his first book and 70 years in the making

Ross is back with his anticipated second book and a new revelation... It never made sense! Ross writes from the heart and shares stories that will make you smile, smirk and even grimace. His adventures, whether in business, travels or mentoring, include a lesson for all.

"Ross Morton writes from the heart – and shares stories that will make you smile, smirk and even grimace. His adventures, whether in business, travels or mentoring, include a lesson for all. An entertaining read that I highly recommend."

— Caron Czorny, Past Chair, The Financial Advisors Association of Canada

"So many emotions are in it. You have caught it all, sadness, bravery, hope and humour. You have a natural gift, well done!"

— Margaret Brundle, Northern Ireland

Articles

Throughout his career, Ross contributed thought-provoking articles on life insurance, underwriting, reinsurance and industry leadership. His writing combined decades of experience with sharp opinions and a trademark sense of humour.

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