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Turks & Caicos First Celebrates 25 Years in TCI
#Providenciales, October 4, 2019 – Turks and Caicos – According to Company Secretary, Mr. Ervine Quelch, on 29 December 2018, Turks and Caicos First Insurance Company (TCFIC) Ltd. celebrated 25 years of existence as the Islands’ very first indigenous property and casualty insurance company.
This year the Company is planning on marking this significant milestone with their valued customers, staff and partners through a customer appreciation day.
Details of the celebration are soon to be publicized said Ms. Tameka Thompson, General Manager. Ms. Thompson added that she expects the event will afford existing clients, partners and staff an opportunity to socialize and connect for a little. It will also allow the pubic to become acquainted with the TCFIC family and the wide range of insurance services on offer, in collaboration with ICWI – shareholder and one of the most pre-eminent insurance carriers, with operations throughout several islands in The Caribbean.
Ms. Thompson has worked for 17 years with this group, and worked in The Bahamas prior to coming to the TCI.
The company’s head office, located at Cheshire Square Parade Avenue, in the heart of down town Providenciales near the Blue Hills roundabout, continues to distinguish itself as one of the leading property and casualty insurance companies in the Islands.
Turks and Caicos First Insurance Company, TCFIC has a proven track record of confidence, security and professionalism. Their latest test and display of this was in 2017, in the aftermath of facing two hurricanes – Irma and Maria.
The current team of six professionals hold over 70 years’ combined experience in insurance and business. The longest serving staff member in the TCFIC office is Ms. Monique McIntosh (17 years), followed by Ms. Lucille Jones (16 years); they are both affable and well-known Accounts Executive.
Ms. Thompson said this vast experience enhances the professional services of the company.
“It is one of the things we pride ourselves on; the fact that we have loyal staff who are the cornerstone of our customer base. Our clients are loyal because of the bonds and relationships formed with us over the years.”
Turks and Caicos First Insurance Company was the launching pad for other prominent executives within the insurance industry of the TCI, including many
existing intermediary heads who moved on to successfully run their own businesses.
Though based in Providenciales, TCFIC services the entire country, providing competitive rates and valuable service.
TCFIC Chairman, Mr. Stanley Williams, agrees they have a sturdy network of partners who allow them to remain accessible to their clients. TCFIC is committed to ensuring clients can get serviced anywhere.
Additionally, their website affords a modern and convenient alternative to contacting the professionals at TCFIC. The company’s general email address – info@tcifirst.com has also proven a popular link between the Turks and Caicos client and this now, 25-year old insurance provider.
Release: TCI First Insurance
Turks and Caicos, October 28, 2025 – We are closely monitoring the impact of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica, and our thoughts and prayers are with our regional neighbours for their safety and well-being
We are now entering a critical period as Hurricane Melissa advances towards the Turks and Caicos Islands. Current projections indicate that Hurricane Melissa will begin to impact the Turks and Caicos Islands around midday tomorrow, Wednesday, 29th October.
This morning, Her Excellency the Governor and the Hon. Premier chaired a State of Preparedness Meeting. All Government agencies and critical services are mobilised. The safety and protection of every person across our Islands remains our highest priority. Our emergency response teams are prepared and the TCI Regiment is deployed across each of our Islands to support community readiness and immediate response. The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are on active duty, with additional officers in North Caicos, Salt Cay, South Caicos and Grand Turk.
At this time, the hurricane is moving north-northeast. The country is expected to experience tropical storm conditions, heavy rainfall and
significant storm surge. The storm surge poses a serious concern for low-lying coastal areas especially along our western and southern coastlines, which may result in coastal flooding. Based on the most current weather projections and anticipated impacts for the Turks and Caicos Islands, the National Executive have agreed the following actions:
1. Evacuation Advisories
Residents in specific low-lying and flood-prone coastal areas are likely to experience significant storm surge of 2-4 feet with accompanying rainfall. Strong advice is now place for residents in these areas to relocate to designated shelters which will be open from 4pm this afternoon. These areas include:
Middle Caicos
- Conch Bar Nearest Shelter: The Community Centre
North Caicos
- Sandy Point Nearest Shelter : Sandy Point Community Centre
- Whitby Nearest Shelter: Adelaide Oemler Primary School
- Bottle Creek Nearest Shelter: Adelaide Oemler Primary School
Providenciales
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- Chalk Sound Nearest Shelter Enid Capron Primary School
- Five Cays Nearest Shelter: Enid Capron Primary School
- Discovery Bay Nearest Shelter: All Saints Church, Leeward Highway
- Juba Sound Nearest Shelter: A. Louise Garland High School
- Long Bay Nearest Shelter: A. Louise Garland High School
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South Caicos
- Cockburn Harbour Nearest Shelter: Community Centre
- Old Airport Road Nearest Shelter: Community Centre
Should an evacuation order become necessary, it will be issued following the 6:00 PM Advisory this evening from the TCI National Weather Service.
2. Activation of Emergency Operations Centre
The National Emergency Operations Centre in Providenciales and all Islands Emergency Operations Centres will be activated at 4:00 PM today.
3. Shelters Access
Shelters across all Islands will open today at 4:00 PM to receive members of the public.
4. Shelter-in-Place
A Strong Shelter-in-Place Advisory is in place for all islands, commencing at 10:00 PM tonight. This will be in place until the all clear has been issued.
This means that from 10:00 PM tonight, all residents should be off the road, in a safe location, either at home or a designated shelter.
Please note that this position may be revised following the 6:00 PM Advisory from the TCI National Weather Service, depending on updated storm projections.
The Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) has confirmed that all airports remain fully operational for today. They will advise the public about ongoing operations dependent on the weather impacts.
In times such as this, the role of commercial entities extends beyond business – it becomes a vital part of the community’s resilience. All retailers and service providers are urged to uphold their humanitarian responsibilities by maintaining fair pricing and ensuring essential goods and services remain accessible to all.
Residents and visitors are reminded to adhere strictly to all official advisories and evacuation orders as they are issued. Avoid unnecessary movement, secure your property, and ensure that you and your family are prepared with essential supplies. Stay prepared and stay safe.
Turks and Caicos, October 24, 2025 – Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey delivered an impassioned address to male students at Clement Howell High School, calling on them to recognize their power, seize their potential, and “awaken the sleeping giants” within.
In a message that blended humility, faith, and personal experience, the Commissioner reminded the boys that the decisions they make today will shape their future.“The choices you make today determine who you become tomorrow,” he said.
Bailey, who revealed he was the first in his family to attend high school, urged the students to embrace education and discipline as tools of
transformation.“Knowledge is power. If you want to be a real man, you need to read,” he told them. “Remember your potential — if others can do it, so can you. Some of you are sleeping giants waiting to be awakened.”
He emphasized that circumstances of birth do not dictate destiny, challenging the young men to carry self-respect, faith, and moral conviction wherever they go. “Self-respect is key; respect yourself, respect others, and respect God,” he said. “The circumstances you were born into do not define who you are.”
The Commissioner also spoke about resilience, advising that true strength often lies in restraint.
“There will be challenges, and people may try to impede your development — but rise above negativity. Sometimes, strength means walking away,” he said. “Some of you are sleeping lions; it’s time to awaken that instinct and rediscover your true potential.”
In closing, Commissioner Bailey delivered a stirring challenge:
“Each morning, look in the mirror and remind yourself that you were created by God and are capable of great exploits. You are a possibility with potential. Step forward with confidence — this is your country, your islands. Be the best version of yourself.”
Following his speech, the Commissioner engaged the students in open dialogue, answering questions and listening to their perspectives on issues affecting young men in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
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