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MONTR&Eacute;AL, March 10, 2022 &ndash; Optimum Financial Group launches its new Web site showcasing its seven activity sectors and global operations. Originally a firm founded by two actuaries in 1969, the Group has since diversified its activities through measured growth; this Web site displays the scale and uniqueness of Optimum today.

Clients and stakeholders can browse through business information, and potential employees may gain insight on the corporate culture. It is also the focal point for navigating the many digital properties of the Group&#39;s subsidiaries. This new Web site follows the launching of the revitalized corporate brand for Optimum&#39;s 50th anniversary.

&ldquo;At Optimum, proximity with our clients and business partners can also be translated as a better experience on our Web site&rdquo;, comments Anabelle Blondeau, President and Chief Executive Officer, Optimum Group Inc. &quot;During these unprecedented times, financial strength and sustainability, two of our core principles which constantly spur us on, are now more valued than ever in the market. Our new Web site provides the opportunity for everyone to rediscover us&rdquo;.

In an era of increased digitalization, the new Web site offers a simple and efficient browsing experience on all electronic devices. Optimum IT Solutions, which creates IT added value for the Group and its subsidiaries, has developed the infrastructure and technological architecture of the new Web site using a modern tool conceived to meet the Group&#39;s ever-evolving needs.

Visit our new Web site <a href="http://www.financialoptimum.com/" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline">financialoptimum.com</a>.

About Optimum Financial Group

Optimum Financial Group has been dedicated to the financial security of its clients for over 50 years. Global and privately-owned, it is diversified in the sectors of actuarial consulting, asset management, general insurance, life insurance, life reinsurance, real estate, and information technology. The Group has over 615 employees in subsidiaries operating mainly across Canada, the United States and in France. Its revenues reach nearly 1.2 billion Canadian dollars, and its total assets rise up to 6 billion Canadian dollars.

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Optimum Groupe financier dévoile son nouveau site Web

Optimum Financial Group unveils its new Web site

MONTR&Eacute;AL, December 12, 2019 &ndash; Optimum Financial Group is pleased to launch its new employer brand. The goal is to convey the Optimum experience as attractiveness lever for top talent to offer clients and partners a succession dedicated to preserving their financial security with the highest standards of professionalism, engagement and technical expertise.

The approach aims to share employee testimonials that are articulated around the Optimum advantages, the work environment, their professional development, as well as deeply rooted corporate values and an authentic employer promise.

&ldquo;The desire to perform and succeed, while respecting our values, attracts talent at Optimum&rdquo;, comments Anabelle Blondeau, President and Chief Executive Officer, Optimum Group Inc. &ldquo;Our employees are mobilized by the high-quality relationship with their manager and our support towards their development. At Optimum, they participate in a corporate project and a lifelong project.&rdquo;

For the celebration of its 50th anniversary, Optimum highlights the exceptional contribution of 51 employees with more than 25 years of service. They continue to grow with the Group and to build it on solid foundations to ensure its perennity.

About Optimum Financial Group 

Optimum Group Inc. celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since 1969, the Group is dedicated to the financial security of its clients. Global and privately-owned, it is diversified in the sectors of life insurance, general insurance, life reinsurance, actuarial consulting, asset management, information technologies, and real estate. The Group has nearly 600 employees in subsidiaries mainly across Canada, the United States and in France. Its revenues generate nearly one billion Canadian dollars, its assets exceed 4.7 billion Canadian dollars and its assets under management total 7.5 billion Canadian dollars. <a href="http://www.optimumgroup.com">www.optimumgroup.com</a>

Optimum Groupe financier fait rayonner sa culture de talents - 12 décembre 2019

Optimum Financial Group makes its talent culture shine

MONTR&Eacute;AL, September 12, 2019 &ndash; Optimum Financial Group is pleased to announce that the financial strength rating of its general insurance and farm insurance subsidiaries across Canada has evolved from &ldquo;A-&rdquo; to &ldquo;A&rdquo; (Excellent) with a stable outlook.

&ldquo;We have achieved constant growth across Canada over the past few years, resulting in a diverse and profitable book of business&rdquo;, commented Noella Anthony, Executive Vice President (interim), Optimum General Inc. &ldquo;We are committed to our broker partners and theirs clients, as we develop and deploy new products to serve and protect Canadians.&rdquo;

For more details, please refer to the <a href="https://news.ambest.com/presscontent.aspx?refnum=28386&amp;altsrc=9" target="_blank">release</a> issued recently by the rating agency.

Optimum General Insurance provides specialized and innovative solutions to its valued broker partners and policyholders, exclusively available through an extensive distribution network of selected independent brokers across Canada. Commercial property and liability, personal property and automobile insurance are at the core of their business lines.

About Optimum General Insurance 

Since 1976, the team provides insurance to Canadians from its offices located in Qu&eacute;bec, 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., Canadian-owned, is a subsidiary of Optimum Group Inc., a private and diversified financial group with international operations. <a href="http://www.optimumgeneral.com" target="_blank">www.optimumgeneral.com</a>

About Optimum Financial Group 

Optimum Group Inc. celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since 1969, the Group is dedicated to the financial security of its clients. Global and privately-owned, it is diversified in the sectors of life insurance, general insurance, life reinsurance, actuarial consulting, asset management, information technologies, and real estate. The Group has nearly 600 employees in subsidiaries mainly across Canada, the United States and in France. Its revenues generate 850 million Canadian dollars, its assets exceed 4.7 billion Canadian dollars and its assets under management total 7.5 billion Canadian dollars. <a href="http://www.optimumgroup.com">www.optimumgroup.com</a>

Hausse de la notation de solidité financière d’Optimum en assurance générale à « A » (Excellent) - 12 septembre 2019

Upgrade of Optimum&rsquo;s financial strength rating in general insurance to &ldquo;A&rdquo; (Excellent)

MONTR&Eacute;AL, July 19, 2019 &ndash; Optimum Financial Group is pleased to announce that the financial strength rating of its two life reinsurance subsidiaries has evolved from &ldquo;A-&rdquo; to &ldquo;A&rdquo; (Excellent) with a stable outlook.

&ldquo;This improvement is the result of several years of cohesive teamwork as well as excellent financial results for both our reinsurance companies&rdquo;, commented S&eacute;bastien Blondeau, Executive Vice President, Optimum Re Inc.

For more details, please refer to the <a href="https://news.ambest.com/presscontent.aspx?altsrc=3&amp;refnum=28185" target="_blank">release</a> issued recently by the rating agency.

About Optimum Life Reinsurance in Canada 

Since 1973, Optimum Reassurance Inc. offers technical expertise, tailored solutions through personal relationships and reinsurance capacity to insurers. It is also a pioneer and leader in travel insurance. Optimum Reassurance Inc. is the only reinsurer in Canada controlled by Canadian interests. It serves its clients in Canada from its offices in Montr&eacute;al, QC and Toronto, ON. <a href="http://www.optimumre.ca/en" target="_blank">www.optimumre.ca/en</a>

About Optimum Life Reinsurance in the United States 

Since 1987, Optimum Re Insurance Company offers technical expertise, tailored solutions through personal relationships and reinsurance capacity to insurers. It has also developed a recognized expertise in critical illness. Optimum Re Insurance Company serves its clients in the United States, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean from its office in Dallas, TX. <a href="http://www.optimumre.com" target="_blank">www.optimumre.com</a>

About Optimum Financial Group 

Optimum Group Inc. celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since 1969, the Group is dedicated to the financial security of its clients. Global and privately-owned, it is diversified in the sectors of life insurance, general insurance, life reinsurance, actuarial consulting, asset management, and real estate. The Group has nearly 600 employees in subsidiaries mainly across Canada, the United States and in France. Its revenues generate 850 million Canadian dollars, its assets exceed 4.7 billion Canadian dollars and its assets under management total 7.5 billion Canadian dollars. <a href="http://www.optimumgroup.com">www.optimumgroup.com</a>

Hausse de la notation de solidité financière d’Optimum en réassurance à « A » (Excellent) - 19 juillet 2019

Upgrade of Optimum&rsquo;s financial strength rating in reinsurance to &ldquo;A&rdquo; (Excellent)

The recipients are welcomed for an internship in actuarial and reinsurance

MONTR&Eacute;AL, June 12, 2019 &ndash; Optimum Financial Group is proud to award three excellence scholarships of $5,000 each and three paid summer internships in reinsurance to actuarial students from Universit&eacute; Laval. Congratulations to the winners: Matis Brassard Verrier, Samuel Lamhamedi and Simon Bouchard.

Since 2015, Optimum Financial Group has granted seven excellence scholarships to first and second year actuarial students from Universit&eacute; Laval. This initiative is aligned with Optimum&#39;s desire to attract top talent by offering a financial support, along with a stimulating and rewarding work experience in their field of study.

&ldquo;We are pleased to invest in the next generation of actuaries and thus pay tribute to our founders: Gilles Blondeau and Henri Joli-Coeur, both graduates from Universit&eacute; Laval&rdquo;, commented Serge Goulet, Vice President, Insurance, Optimum Group Inc. &ldquo;Welcome to Matis, Samuel and Simon. We are proud to have them join us for the summer&rdquo;.

About Optimum Financial Group 

Optimum Financial Group celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since 1969, the Group is dedicated to the financial security of its clients. Global and privately-owned, it is diversified in the sectors of life insurance, general insurance, life reinsurance, actuarial consulting, asset management, and real estate. The Group has nearly 600 employees in subsidiaries mainly across Canada, the United States and in France. Its revenues generate 850 million Canadian dollars, its assets exceed 4.7 billion Canadian dollars and its assets under management total 7.5 billion Canadian dollars. <a href="http://www.optimumgroup.com">www.optimumgroup.com</a>

Optimum Groupe financier décerne trois bourses d’excellence - 12 juin 2019

Optimum Financial Group awards three excellence scholarships

The Group also in Les Affaires newspaper&rsquo;s Top 500 of Quebec&rsquo;s most important companies

MONTR&Eacute;AL, June 7, 2019 &ndash; <a href="https://www.groupe-optimum.com/en/">Optimum Financial Group</a> is proud to be listed in two reputable rankings published recently. This presence reflects its financial stability since 50 years, its weighted expansion globally and the long-term performance of its diversified activities.

The Globe &amp; Mail published on April 30, 2019 <a href="https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/rob-magazine/article-the-top-1000-our-annual-ranking-of-canadas-largest-companies/" target="_blank">the top 100 of Canada&rsquo;s private companies</a> based on their revenues (article available to subscribers). Les Affaires newspaper published on May 18, 2019 the <a href="https://www.lesaffaires.com/classements/les-500-plus-grandes-societes-au-quebec-2019/liste?oft_id=45617820&amp;oft_k=k2wasFJY&amp;oft_lk=lXROlT&amp;oft_d=636937017269000000&amp;fpid=78008&amp;m32_fp_id=d5uqCi&amp;ctx=newsletter&amp;m32_fp_ctx=DI_MASTER_Relational" target="_blank">top 500 of Quebec&rsquo;s most important companies</a> based on revenues, employee headcount and assets (chart available in French only).

&ldquo;We are proud that our head office is established in Montr&eacute;al since 50 years, in the heart of the business district and now two steps away from the lively premiere entertainment district&rdquo;, comments <a href="/en/corporatif/dirigeants-et-administrateurs">Anabelle Blondeau</a>, President and Chief Executive Officer, Optimum Group Inc. &ldquo;These rankings are an indicator of our reach as an employer of choice and as a major player of the financial landscape across Canada&rdquo;.

About Optimum Financial Group 

Optimum Financial Group celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since 1969, the Group is dedicated to the financial security of its clients. Global and privately-owned, it is diversified in the sectors of life insurance, general insurance, life reinsurance, actuarial consulting, asset management and real estate. The Group has nearly 600 employees in subsidiaries mainly across Canada, the United States and in France. Its revenues generate 850 million Canadian dollars, its assets exceed 4.7 billion Canadian dollars and its assets under management total 7.5 billion Canadian dollars. <a href="http://www.optimumgroup.com">www.optimumgroup.com</a>

Optimum Groupe financier au Top 100 des compagnies privées au Canada du Globe & Mail - 7 juin 2019

Optimum Financial Group in the Globe &amp; Mail&rsquo;s Top 100 of Canada&rsquo;s private companies

MONTR&Eacute;AL, February 20, 2019 &ndash; Optimum Financial Group is proud to celebrate 50 years building the future on solid values. Dedicated to the financial security of its clients since 1969, the Group with international operations is now diversified in insurance, reinsurance, actuarial consulting and asset management.

While turning a page in its history, unveiling a rejuvenated corporate brand propels Optimum Financial Group into the future. This new and evolved visual identity enhances key existing elements, such as the nautilus symbol reflecting the weighted expansion of the Group to ensure its long-term performance. Descriptive brand names for subsidiaries will enable clients and business partners to easily recognize their activity sector.

&ldquo;Our clients will see that our brand evolution alludes to continuity and perenniality, while being loyal to our excellence standard and close relationships,&rdquo; declared Anabelle Blondeau, President and Chief Operating Officer, Optimum Group Inc. &ldquo;The conjuncture of the 50th anniversary celebrations, our vision for a unified Group, and well-anchored values with employees confirm the chosen moment to rejuvenate our brand.&rdquo;

&ldquo;Gilles Blondeau founded his actuarial firm in 1969, with a real desire to build a financial group, while serving his clients with competency, rigor and creativity on a daily basis,&rdquo; stated Jean-Claude Pag&eacute;, President of the Board and Chief Operating Officer, Optimum Group Inc. &ldquo;Fifty years later, we continue his work and the next generation of leaders still guards the perenniality of the Group in an ever-changing world.&rdquo;

Optimum Financial Group&rsquo;s mission is to increase the financial security of its clients through the quality of its products and services as well as its personalized approach, and to create value for its business partners and shareholders by supporting talent and the development of all members on its team.

About Optimum Financial Group 

Founded in 1969, Optimum Financial Group is a private and diversified financial group with international operations and activities in the sectors of life insurance, general insurance, life reinsurance, actuarial consulting, financial and asset management, and real estate. The Group has over 575 employees in holdings and subsidiaries operating mainly across Canada, the United States and in France. <a href="http://www.optimumgroup.com">www.optimumgroup.com</a>.

Optimum Groupe financier célèbre son 50e anniversaire et rajeunit son image de marque - 20 février 2019

Optimum Financial Group celebrates its 50th anniversary and rejuvenates its corporate brand

Dedicated to the financial security of its clients since 1969, Optimum Financial Group is global, privately-owned and diversified in seven activity sectors.

Releases

Optimum Financial Group unveils its new Web site

Upgrade of Optimum’s financial strength rating in reinsurance to “A” (Excellent)

Optimum Financial Group celebrates its 50^th anniversary and rejuvenates its corporate brand

Optimum Financial Group makes its talent culture shine

Optimum Financial Group awards three excellence scholarships

Upgrade of Optimum’s financial strength rating in general insurance to “A” (Excellent)

Optimum Financial Group in the Globe & Mail’s Top 100 of Canada’s private companies