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Media Releases 2010

December

Make sure your home is prepared for winter weather
-> December 22, 2010

IBC releases annual list of top 10 stolen vehicles - Insurers continue the fight against auto theft -> December 16, 2010

State of emergency in southwest Ontario highlights need for winter survival kit - IBC -> December 14, 2010

November

New Brunswick latest to introduce distracted driving bill - Insurers offer tips for drivers -> November 24, 2010

Insurance Bureau of Canada applauds federal government for legislation combating auto theft and property crime
-> November 18, 2010

20th Operation Red Nose campaign launches in New Brunswick
-> November 10, 2010

2010 Operation Red Nose campaign launches in Nova Scotia
-> November 9, 2010

Ontario Safety League and Insurance Bureau of Canada launch 2010 Operation Red Nose campaign in Ontario -> November 3, 2010

Hurricane Igor causes over $65 million in insured damage - Insurers paying thousands of claims in Newfoundland and Labrador
-> November 2, 2010

September

Insurance Bureau of Canada urges residents of Newfoundland and Labrador to check insurance coverage following Hurricane Igor
-> September 22, 2010

Insurance Bureau of Canada urges residents of Newfoundland and Labrador to stay safe in the face of Hurricane Igor
-> September 21, 2010

Your college and university kids are back at school: Do they have adequate insurance coverage? -> September 13, 2010

Hurricane Earl and insurance: What consumers need to know
-> September 3, 2010

Before the storm hits, Insurance Bureau of Canada urges consumers in Atlantic Canada to learn what their property insurance covers
-> September 1, 2010

Insurance Bureau of Canada encourages Ontarians to learn about today’s auto insurance change -> September 1, 2010

August

Calgary’s July Hailstorm Causes Record Amount of Insured Damage
-> August 11, 2010

Auto Insurance System Continues to Serve New Brunswickers Well
-> August 11, 2010

June

Insurance Bureau of Canada Deploys Community Assistance Mobile Pavilion (CAMP) to Tornado Stricken Midland, Ontario
-> June 24, 2010

Insurance Bureau of Canada deploys Community Assistance Mobile Pavilion (CAMP) to tornado-stricken Leamington, Ontario
-> June 07, 2010

Insurers urge Manitoba residents to check insurance coverage following intense rainstorms -> June 02, 2010

May

IBC and FCM announce winners of first annual Watershed Awards to recognize communities adapting to effects of climate change - City of Edmonton wins national Watershed Award -> May 29, 2010

Insurers go to great lengths to help Albertans lead safer lives and be better prepared for emergencies - Entertainment, prizes and family fun highlight 2010 Be Smart. Be Safe. Tour -> May 26, 2010

Insurers help protect property and prepare for emergencies Be Smart. Be Safe. Atlantic tour 2010 Launch -> May 25, 2010

Driver distraction to be focus of awareness initiative -> May 17, 2010

IBC urges BC residents to learn how to FireSmart their homes with educational video posted on YouTube -> May 6, 2010

Insurance Bureau of Canada launches national program to assist Canadians when disaster strikes -> May 3, 2010

April

Getting the party started – Safe Grads get funding boost Insurance Bureau of Canada matches funds raised through Operation Red Nose
-> April 28, 2010

Industry committed to working with government on implementing auto insurance changes for benefit of Nova Scotians: Insurance Bureau of Canada -> April 28, 2010

Sheridan College student Silvia Taylor wins Watershed Award Design Competition -> April 09, 2010

March

Insurance Bureau of Canada applauds changes to BC Fire Code smoke alarm rules -> March 29, 2010

Insurance industry in Nova Scotia contributes over $750 million to province’s GDP according to Conference Board of Canada report
-> March 23, 2010

Risk of flooding in Manitoba: Insurance Bureau of Canada offers Manitoba residents tips to prevent water damage in their homes
-> March 22, 2010

February

IBC and FCM join forces to recognize communities that are adapting to climate change - First annual Watershed Awards set for May 2010
-> February 11, 2010

Insurance Bureau of Canada – A new brand for a renewed commitment -> February 1, 2010