Media Releases 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.To book an interview with an IBC spokesperson, please contact a member of our media relations team or complete a Media Request Form. For media inquiries during regular business hours, contact:Brett WeltmanManager, Media RelationsEmail: bweltman@ibc.ca Anne MorinMedia Relations (French and English language, Quebec region only)Email: amorin@bac-quebec.qc.ca For all other inquiries, please visit Contact Us to reach an IBC representative. 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.March Storm in Eastern Canada Caused $50 Million in Insured Damage5/18/2021 | Resources | on nb nl pe nsMay 18, 2021 (TORONTO) – A storm that moved across eastern Canada from March 26 to 29 brought heavy rain and strong winds, causing $50 million in insured damage...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 Statement following Ontario Government's Introduction of MOMS Act4/26/2021 | Resources | onApril 26, 2021 (TORONTO) – Following the announcement of the Moving Ontarians More Safely Act, 2021 (MOMS Act), Kim Donaldson, Vice-President, Ontario, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), issued the following statement...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.” Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Ontario Budget3/24/2021 | Resources | onMarch 24, 2021 (TORONTO) – Today, the Ontario government tabled the 2021 Budget, “Ontario’s Action Plan: Protecting People’s Health and Our Economy.”IBC Statement on Ontario Government Announcement: Improving Safety and Enforcement for Towing Industry3/2/2021 | Resources | onMarch 2, 2021 (Toronto) – Today, Kim Donaldson, Vice-President, Ontario, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), issued the following statementVigilance is key in fighting insurance fraud - IBC provides tips for consumers this Fraud Prevention Month3/1/2021 | Resources | NationalMarch 1, 2021 (Toronto) – It's Fraud Prevention Month, and Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is asking Canadians to protect themselves from insurance fraud. Insurance Bureau of Canada Congratulates Ontario Provincial Police on New Towing Services Guidelines2/5/2021 | Resources | onFebruary 5, 2021 (TORONTO) – Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) congratulates the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) on its new towing services guidelines. 32250 Previous 1234567 Next Related ServicesOp-edOn 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.Fraud AlertsIBC issues fraud alerts to inform consumers about scams. Fake policies and non-existent insurance companies can put you and your insured property at risk.SpeechesAt events across Canada, IBC insurance experts share their knowledge by speaking on everything from severe weather to property and casualty coverage. IBC also regularly hosts public and industry events to relay news about the home, auto and business insurance industry. Media RequestsOn behalf of its members, IBC works to increase Canadians’ understanding of home, auto and business insurance. From timely news releases and op-eds, to fraud alerts, bulletins, speeches, blogs and more, IBC’s publications are recognized as a key source of Canadian insurance industry information. Useful LinksAbout UsInsurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is the national industry association representing Canada’s private home, auto and business insurers. Its member companies represent 90% of the Canadian property and casualty (P&C) insurance market. Contact UsIBC has consumer information centres in each of its regional offices to address your specific questions. If IBC’s information officers do not know the answers to your questions, they will direct you to someone who does. Vision and MandateConsumers and governments trust, value and support the private property and casualty insurance industry, and its products and services.