Lockton Taps Aon Canada Executive to Lead Canadian Expansion…

Event summary

Lockton appoints Stéphane Lespérance as CEO of its Canadian business on June 16, 2026.
Lespérance joins from Aon Canada, where he served as President and CEO since 2025.
Lockton aims to deliver client-centric risk, people, and benefits solutions for Canadian enterprises.
The move underscores Lockton's commitment to enhancing advisory support in Canada's top 10 insurance market.

The big picture

Lockton's appointment of Stéphane Lespérance signals a strategic push to deepen its footprint in Canada's sophisticated insurance market. The move comes as mid- and large-market Canadian companies seek more tailored advice amid rising complexities in risk and workforce-related challenges. Lespérance's extensive experience at Aon Canada positions him to leverage Lockton's independent structure for a client-centric advisory model, potentially reshaping the competitive dynamics in the region.

What we're watching

Market Penetration: How Lockton's independent model will differentiate it in Canada's competitive insurance landscape.
Execution Risk: Whether Lespérance can effectively build a Canadian-led team to deliver on Lockton's client-centric vision.
Strategic Alignment: The pace at which Lockton integrates global expertise with local market judgment in Canada.