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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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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)

Prepare for Flood Season

4/13/2020 | Resources | National

April 13, 2020 (TORONTO) – With warmer weather arriving, snowmelt coupled with spring storms once again increase the risk of spring flooding across Canada.

Insurers reducing insurance costs for Canadians: IBC member companies offer substantial consumer relief measures

4/8/2020 | Resources | National

April 8, 2020 (TORONTO) – To help Canadians cope with the financial impact of COVID-19, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) member companies are offering substantial consumer relief measures.

Insurers committed to working with consumers during these uncertain times

3/19/2020 | Resources | National

March 19, 2020 (TORONTO) – Canada’s property and casualty insurers are committed to helping consumers and business owners during this challenging time.

IBC: Spot these five common insurance fraud scams

3/3/2020 | Resources | National

March 3, 2020 (Toronto) – At the kick-off to Fraud Prevention Month, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) advised the public to watch out for insurance fraud scams. Call 1-877-IBC-TIPS (422-8477) to report insurance fraud

Climate adaptation estimated to cost municipalities $5.3 billion annually

2/27/2020 | Resources | National

February 26, 2020 (TORONTO) – The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) released a report entitled Investing in Canada's Future: The Cost of Climate Adaptation at the Local Level.

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