Ontario’s insurance regulator has appointed Dexter John as its new CEO, effective Mar. 1, 2025.
John currently serves as a member of the Financial Service Regulatory Authority of Ontario’s (FSRA) board of directors.
“During his tenure, he chaired the Business Technology Transformation Committee and contributed as an active member of several committees including the Human Resources & Governance Committee and the Statutory Funds Advisory Committee,” FSRA said of John’s appointment Monday. “His knowledge of FSRA’s operations and priorities and market business experience uniquely positions him to lead the organization into its next phase of regulatory modernization and impact.”
John succeeds FSRA’s interim CEO Stephen Power, who stepped into the role in July 2024. Power succeeded FSRA’s former chief executive Mark White, who stepped down from the position when he was confirmed as chairman of the Ontario Energy Board.
John is currently president and CEO of Morrow Sodali (Canada) Ltd., a global advisory firm, where he advises on corporate governance, ESG (environmental, social and governance) initiatives, shareholder engagement, executive compensation, and strategic investor voting analytics.
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Before joining Morrow Sodali, John served as senior vice president and executive vice president of D.F. King Canada (formerly CST Phoenix Advisors) and as executive vice president and general counsel of Kingsdale Shareholder Services Inc. At Kingsdale, he advised public company issuers and boards on governance matters and corporate strategy.
John has also held several roles in organizations such as the Investment Dealers Association, the Ontario Securities Commission, and the Toronto Stock Exchange.
Earlier in his career, John practiced law with Stikeman Elliott, where he developed an understanding of corporate law and governance.
“I am honoured to have the opportunity to lead FSRA and to build on the excellent work of the team in advancing the organization’s vision,” John commented Monday. “FSRA plays a critical role in strengthening Ontario’s financial services sector, and I look forward to working with our staff, stakeholders, and partners to ensure we continue to deliver on our mandate and create positive outcomes for Ontarians.”
