Matthew Roberts

Home Insurance Writer

Experience

Matt has spent the past 7 years immersed in the insurance ecosystem, developing deep expertise across home and life insurance, underwriting patterns, product structure, and the evolving regulatory landscape in Canada. He has collaborated with leading insurance brands across the country.

As a senior leader at MyChoice, Matt works closely with insurers, brokers, and data partners to help streamline broker workflows and improve underwriting efficiency. Matt was also a key contributor to MyChoice’s participation in the Google for Startups AI Accelerator, collaborating with Google’s AI and cloud teams to build future-state solutions for the insurance industry.

Matt is a regular contributor to insurance thought leadership and has been featured in Canadian Underwriter, Insurance Business Magazine, and Canadian media outlets such as The Globe and Mail, Global News, and Daily Hive for his insights on property risk, rate trends, and life insurance planning.

Expertise
  • Home Insurance
  • Life Insurance
Education
  • Bachelor of Commerce – Deakin University
Featured in
  • The Globe and Mail
  • Global News
  • Daily Hive

Matthew's Recent Articles​

June 20, 2025
Life insurance can be a safety net for freelancers. Learn how to get life insurance if you’re self-employed and tips for getting the best policy.
June 17, 2025
Does your home insurance cover wildfires? Learn how recent wildfire risks have escalated, how they affect your coverage, and steps to protect your property.
June 12, 2025
Your insurance needs can change, so you may need to cancel your life insurance policy. Learn more about cancelling life insurance in Canada.