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​​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.​

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Vanessa Barrasa
Manager, Media Relations
Tel: 416-362-2031 ext. 4312
Email: vbarrasa@ibc.ca

Anne Morin
Media Relations
(French and English language, Quebec region only)
Office: 514-288-1563, ext. 2229
Email: amorin@bac-quebec.qc.ca

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Barrie tornado causes $75 million in insured damage
8/18/2021 | Resources | on
August 18, 2021 (TORONTO) – The six EF-2 strength tornadoes that hit Barrie, Innisfil, Kawartha Lakes, Little Britain, Manilla, Lindsay, and Lake of Bays on July 15 caused $75 million in insured damage
Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Liberal Party of Canada’s Announcement on Climate Resilience
8/18/2021 | Resources | National
August 18, 2021 (OTTAWA): Justin Trudeau announced that, if re-elected, his government will build on the success of the EnerGuide home rating system for energy efficiency by developing a companion approach for scoring the climate resilience of our homes
Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Federal Government’s National Adaptation Strategy Consultation Report
8/11/2021 | Resources | National
August 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.
Insurance Bureau of Canada Statement following Federal Government's Launch of New Intake for the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund
7/20/2021 | Resources | National
July 20, 2021 (OTTAWA) – Today the federal government launched a new intake for the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF).
Insurance Bureau of Canada deploys CAMP after Barrie tornado
7/19/2021 | Resources | on
July 19, 2021 (TORONTO) – In the aftermath of the tornado in Barrie on July 15, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) has deployed the Community Assistance Mobile Pavilion (CAMP)...
Insurance advice and information following tornado in Ontario
7/15/2021 | Resources | on
July 15, 2021 (TORONTO) – Environment Canada has confirmed a tornado touched down in the south-east area of Barrie, Ontario today. There has been significant damage caused by this severe weather event.
Adapt now or pay later: Pan-Canadian coalition pushes for action on climate resilience
6/28/2021 | Resources | National
June 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 Canada
6/16/2021 | Resources | National
June 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 Ontario Government's Passing of MOMS Act
5/31/2021 | Resources | on
May 31, 2021 (TORONTO) – Today, legislation to enable provincial oversight of the vehicle towing and storage industry in Ontario, as well as to improve overall road safety, was passed.
March Storm in Eastern Canada Caused $50 Million in Insured Damage
5/18/2021 | Resources | on nb nl pe ns
May 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...
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