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​​On behalf of its members, IBC works to increase the understanding of breaking and current news regarding home, auto and business insurance. IBC produces regular opinion and editorial content (op-eds) for the media.​

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ICBC sees huge savings, yet continues to deny consumers relief during COVID-19
9/11/2020 | Resources | bc
September 11, 2020 - The Insurance ICBC has seen hundreds of millions in savings from reduced claims costs due to COVID-19, yet the crown insurer still refuses to return anything to British Columbians struggling economically through the pandemic.
ICBC's monopoly is a burden taxpayers simply cannot afford
8/31/2020 | Resources | bc
August 31, 2020 (VANCOUVER) – Despite charging the highest auto insurance premiums in the country, the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) continues to be a financial dumpster fire that both drivers and taxpayers simply cannot afford.
Private insurers returning $280 on average to auto customers, while ICBC keeps savings from reduced claims during pandemic
7/30/2020 | Resources | bc
July 30, 2020 (VANCOUVER) -- During the COVID-19 pandemic, private insurers across the country have returned an average of approximately $280 per driver in auto insurance premium relief, as of June 30.
ICBC No-Fault Design will Further Limit Consumer Choice, Risks Eliminating Other Insurers from the Optional Market
7/7/2020 | Resources | bc
July 7, 2020 (VANCOUVER) – Today, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) published an open letter to British Columbia Premier John Horgan, outlining the auto insurance industry’s concern with Bill 11...
IBC Congratulates BC Government on Introducing Strata Reforms
6/23/2020 | Resources | bc
June 23, 2020 (VANCOUVER) –Today, the Government of British Columbia (BC) introduced legislation that would bring about significant reforms to how stratas in the province are managed
January Storm Caused Over $42 million in Insured Damage in BC
5/28/2020 | Resources | bc
May 28, 2020 (VANCOUVER) – The storm that hit British Columbia (BC) January 31 caused over $42 million in insured damage, according to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ).
Driving Less but Not Paying Less: ICBC Refuses to Pass Savings to BC Drivers
5/14/2020 | Resources | bc
May 14, 2020 (VANCOUVER) – Today, the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) announced that it will not be offering any meaningful relief to drivers.
Prepare for Flood Season
4/13/2020 | Resources | National
April 13, 2020 (TORONTO) – With warmer weather arriving, snowmelt coupled with spring storms once again increase the risk of spring flooding across Canada.
Insurers reducing insurance costs for Canadians: IBC member companies offer substantial consumer relief measures
4/8/2020 | Resources | National
April 8, 2020 (TORONTO) – To help Canadians cope with the financial impact of COVID-19, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) member companies are offering substantial consumer relief measures.
Insurers committed to working with consumers during these uncertain times
3/19/2020 | Resources | National
March 19, 2020 (TORONTO) – Canada’s property and casualty insurers are committed to helping consumers and business owners during this challenging time.
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