Western Financial Group Inc. announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Blonde & Blonde in Kelowna, B.C.; Baxter Agencies, formerly a Trans West Insurance office in Lac La Biche, Alta.; and Nielsen & Wolfe Agencies in Morrin, Alta.

“We are pleased to be able to add the growing Alberta communities of Morrin and Lac La Biche to our network,” said Scott Tannas, president and CEO of Western Financial Group, in a news release.

“We are also very proud to welcome the expert employees of Blonde & Blonde, who have established themselves as leaders in commercial insurance. They strengthen our relationships with key markets and bring commercial programs which will significantly add to our market presence in Kelowna,” he said.

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