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Read some of our recent news releases. Each year, IBC responds to more than 700 requests from the media for information and interviews. IBC works to increase Canadians’ understanding of the home, auto and business insurance industry.

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Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Federal Government’s Creation of the Sustainable Finance Action Council

5/12/2021 | Resources | National

May 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 weather

5/3/2021 | Resources | National

May 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.

Insurers Urge Albertans to Prepare for the 2021 Hail Season

4/27/2021 | Resources | ab sk mb

April 27, 2021 (EDMONTON) – June to September is hail season in Alberta. Homes are being damaged more frequently not only by hail, but also by heavy rainfall and strong winds

Insurance Bureau of Canada Responds to 2021 Federal Budget

4/19/2021 | Resources | National

April 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 plan

4/15/2021 | Resources | National

April 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.”

Vigilance is key in fighting insurance fraud - IBC provides tips for consumers this Fraud Prevention Month

3/1/2021 | Resources | National

March 1, 2021 (Toronto) – It's Fraud Prevention Month, and Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is asking Canadians to protect themselves from insurance fraud.

Severe Weather Caused $2.4 Billion in Insured Damage in 2020

1/18/2021 | Resources | National

January 18, 2021 (TORONTO) – Severe weather across Canada continues to highlight the financial costs of a changing climate to insurers and taxpayers.

Canadian cars at risk by air, land and sea - Insurance Bureau of Canada’s Annual Top 10 List Shows New Trends

12/2/2020 | Resources | National

December 2, 2020 (TORONTO) – Electronic theft from your own driveway, high-end vehicles stolen for shipment overseas, and the growing trend of street racing...

Insurers Partner With Federal And Provincial Governments To Ensure All Canadians Are Protected From Flooding

11/23/2020 | Resources | National

November 23, 2020 (TORONTO) – Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) congratulates the federal government on the creation of the Task Force on High Risk Residential Flood Insurance and Strategic Relocation.

Insurers stepping up to help small businesses in Ontario

10/29/2020 | Resources | National

To help struggling small businesses in Ontario secure insurance amidst the economic challenges the COVD-19 pandemic has created, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is announcing the launch of a new Business Insurance Action Team (BIAT)

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