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IBC The Future of Insurance – Halifax, NS, Feb 7, 2019

IBC held a luncheon on The Future of Insurance in Halifax, NS on February 7, 2019

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Insurance crime: Fraud costs more than you think

March 4, 2019 (TORONTO) – Insurance crime costs us all, and there’s no better time to learn about the risks it poses than during Fraud Prevention Month.

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Senior Communications Officer

Critical functions of IBC’s Communications department include strategic communications, consumer education and outreach, speech writing, media relations and social media engagement.

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National Director, Investigative Services

IBC is looking for a seasoned professional with strong P&C insurance fraud investigative experience to oversee the national operations of IBC’s Investigative Services unit.

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Vice-President, Policy

The primary role of the Vice-President, Policy, will be to build a strong policy platform that forms the foundation for the organization’s advocacy work, define and build the required capabilities for a best-in-class research and policy organization.

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Media Availability: Insurance Bureau of Canada President & CEO

Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is hosting a luncheon for the home, car and business insurance industry on February 7 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Don Forgeron, President and CEO of IBC, will provide remarks during the luncheon.

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BC Drivers Eager for More Choice in Auto Insurance

February 4, 2019 (VANCOUVER) – In light of the recent challenges in British Columbia’s (BC’s) Crown auto insurance system, the province’s drivers have a clear message: They want more choice.

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HCAI Communications / Product Specialist

Strategically plan and execute communication initiatives for users of the HCAI system, including those related to release management, business changes and improved user experiences

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Solutions to Stabilize Rates

Industry’s number one goal is for the auto insurance system to work for drivers. Here is the package of reforms that we are proposing to the government...

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What a Minor Injury Cap Could Mean for NL

Introducing a cap on minor injuries is the quickest action the NL government can take that is proven to address the most pressing issues facing NL drivers: high insurance rates and too few insurance companies to choose from.

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Insurance crime: Fraud costs more than you think
3/4/2019 | Resources | National
March 4, 2019 (TORONTO) – Insurance crime costs us all, and there’s no better time to learn about the risks it poses than during Fraud Prevention Month.
Media Availability: Insurance Bureau of Canada President & CEO
2/5/2019 | Resources | National
Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is hosting a luncheon for the home, car and business insurance industry on February 7 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Don Forgeron, President and CEO of IBC, will provide remarks during the luncheon.
BC Drivers Eager for More Choice in Auto Insurance
2/4/2019 | Resources | bc
February 4, 2019 (VANCOUVER) – In light of the recent challenges in British Columbia’s (BC’s) Crown auto insurance system, the province’s drivers have a clear message: They want more choice.
BC Storms Cause $37 Million in Insured Damage
1/16/2019 | Resources | bc
January 16, 2019 (VANCOUVER) –Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) reports that the windstorms that battered the southern coast of BC on December 20 caused over $37 million in insured damage to homes, businesses and vehicles.
Severe Weather Causes $1.9 Billion in Insured Damage in 2018
1/16/2019 | Resources | National
January 16, 2019 (OTTAWA) – In 2018, insured damage for severe weather events across Canada reached $1.9 billion, according to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc.
Another Rate Increase for BC Drivers
12/14/2018 | Resources | bc
December 14, 2018 (VANCOUVER) – Today, the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) announced a 6.3 % rate increase in auto insurance premiums for drivers in British Columbia (BC).
Gone in 60 seconds: Canada’s Top 10 Stolen Vehicles
12/11/2018 | Resources | bc mb nb nl ns nt nu on pe qc sk yt
December 11, 2018 (TORONTO) – Today, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) released its annual list of Canada's most frequently stolen vehicles, which is compiled using data from its members across the country.
Gone in 60 seconds … or less! IBC to announce Top 10 Stolen Vehicles list tomorrow
12/10/2018 | Resources | National
December 10, 2018 (TORONTO) – For more than a decade, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) has published an annual list of Canada's most frequently stolen vehicles, which it compiled from data from its member companies.
7.0 Earthquake in Southern Alaska Caused Extensive Damage
11/30/2018 | Resources | National
November 30, 2018 (Vancouver) – Earlier today a magnitude 7.0 earthquake occurred south of Anchorage, Alaska, causing extensive damage and a brief tsunami warning.
Further reason for competition in the BC auto insurance market
11/26/2018 | Resources | bc
November 23, 2018 (Vancouver) – Today the British Columbia (BC) government announced that Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) has posted a net loss of $582 million for first six months of this fiscal year.
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