At Johnston Shaw Inc, we provide focused insurance planning and unparalleled service to give our clients the certainty in their future that they deserve.
As a trusted insurance and financial services provider, we specialize in estate preservation and medical professionals insurance to protect you, your business and your families if the unexpected happens.
Our customizable insurance solutions are void of bias to ensure you get a product that is right for you. And in the event of a claim, we’ll be right there advocating for your interests every step of the process. When it comes to financial security, you’ll have the support you need with Johnston Shaw Inc. This is our commitment to you.
We will be there for you when you need us! We have the network, experience, and drive to give you the advice and services you need when you need it. We will support you and your business on your journey and provide insurance and financial assistance at your fingertips. Johnston Shaw Inc operates in honour of Dr. Frank Johnston, University of Toronto Class of 1949!
Gillian Johnston
Managing Partner, Professional Practice
Gillian started in the insurance business in 1990, after managing a multiple location tennis school for children in the GTA. In 1997, she founded “Gillian Johnston Financial and Insurance Services”, an organization geared toward providing insurance consulting to medical professionals. With Gillian’s father being a general surgeon, she knew first-hand that there was an important gap to fill in this industry and was motivated to educate medical professionals on insurance topics. In 2012, Gillian Johnston Financial merged into DOT Benefits Consulting, which was later rebranded to NFP. Gillian has been one of the country's leading Living Benefits (Disability, Critical, Illness, Office Overhead) Advisors in Canada for over 20 years. Her commitment to excellent service and agnostic advice to medical professionals and their families is her trademark. Outside of her profession, Gillian has a passion for running and is proud to have completed 10 Ironman events and numerous marathons, including the Boston Marathon.
Martin Shaw
President
Marty has had an extensive career within the insurance industry and spent many years working with some of the country’s top insurance companies. He co-founded DOT Benefits Consulting, which was later acquired by NFP. Marty was an important presence in the organization and served as President of NFP in Canada for over 10 years. He paved the way for NFP’s presence in the country, and it is thanks to his strong commitment and care for people that the organization is known as a leading insurance broker and consultancy in Canada. In his work, Marty’s main focus is to leverage effective insurance strategies that are catered to every individual’s unique needs. He is all about the people and prides himself on fostering lifelong relationships with his clients, while helping them meet their financial planning goals.
Elaine Yedlin, ASA, ACIA
Vice President, Corporate Benefits
Elaine has spent over a decade in the insurance industry working with corporate clients on the design, strategy, execution and management of their benefit and retirement programs. She graduated from the University of Toronto with a double major in Computer Science and Actuarial Science and followed that by achieving her ASA and ACIA designation in 2011. She started her carrier working alongside Marty at DOT Benefits Consulting, later NFP, and quickly became one of the lead consultants for Canadian and international benefit clients. Elaine brings a strong dedication, work ethic, and creativity to her clients and understands the unique needs each may face when creating programs for their own populations and balancing cost drivers.