Op-eds 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.For permission to reproduce IBC content, confirm facts or book an interview, please contact a member of IBC’s media relations team or complete a Media Request Form.Media RelationsFor media inquiries during regular business hours, contact: Andrew BartucciDirector, External CommunicationsEmail: abartucci@ibc.caAnne MorinMedia Relations (French and English language, Quebec region only)Email: amorin@bac-quebec.qc.ca FilterSelect Region Canada Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland and Labrador Nova Scotia Northwest Territories Nunavut Ontario Prince Edward Island Quebec Saskatchewan Yukon All Regions Select Section About Us Auto Business Disaster Home IBC Advantage Insurance 101 Legal Members Resources The Future All Categories Media Releases SortDateTitleDescriptionCat.Reg.Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Federal Government’s National Adaptation Strategy Consultation Report8/11/2021 | Resources | NationalAugust 11, 2021 (OTTAWA): On Monday, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) issued a dire ‘code red for humanity’ warning that, due to past inaction, extreme weather will only get worse.Lytton wildfire causes $78 million in insured damage8/4/2021 | Resources | bcAugust 4, 2021 (VANCOUVER) – The wildfire that devastated Lytton, British Columbia, on June 30 is now estimated to have caused $78 million in insured damage...Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Federal Government's Launch of New Intake for the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund7/20/2021 | Resources | NationalJuly 20, 2021 (OTTAWA) – Today the federal government launched a new intake for the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF).Wildfires in British Columbia: IBC provides insurance information to affected residents – Safety remains first priority7/2/2021 | Resources | bcJuly 2, 2021 (VANCOUVER) – As more and more communities in British Columbia are being threatened by wildfire, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is reaching out with information and advice.Adapt now or pay later: Pan-Canadian coalition pushes for action on climate resilience6/28/2021 | Resources | NationalJune 28, 2021 (TORONTO) – A new coalition believes that Canada has the opportunity to better protect people from the growing effects of climate change and help communities prepare...Allstate's Ryan Michel appointed Chair of the Board of Directors for Insurance Bureau of Canada6/16/2021 | Resources | NationalJune 16, 2021 (TORONTO) – Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has elected Ryan Michel as its Chair.Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Federal Government’s Creation of the Sustainable Finance Action Council5/12/2021 | Resources | NationalMay 12, 2021 (OTTAWA) – Today the federal government announced the formation of the Sustainable Finance Action Council, fulfilling one of the recommendations of the Expert Panel on Sustainable Finance.IBC kicks off Emergency Preparedness Week with Top 10 Tips – Protect yourself and your property from severe weather5/3/2021 | Resources | NationalMay 3, 2021 (TORONTO) – Severe weather is on the rise across Canada. During a severe weather event, everyone’s priority must be their own safety and the safety of their loved ones and neighbours. Insurance Bureau of Canada Responds to 2021 Federal Budget4/19/2021 | Resources | NationalApril 19, 2021 (OTTAWA) – In her first federal budget, delivered today, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland proposed significant investments to protect Canadians from the severe weather already escalating as a result of climate change. Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Conservative Party's climate plan4/15/2021 | Resources | NationalApril 15, 2021 (OTTAWA) – Today, the federal Conservative Party of Canada released its climate plan entitled “Secure the Environment: The Conservative Plan to Combat Climate Change.” 29150 Previous 123456 Next