Diamond Deal: Westland Insurance acquires Diamond Insurance Agencies in Alberta
Surrey, British Columbia — Westland Insurance Group (Westland) announced the acquisition of Diamond Insurance Agencies, effective December 1, 2020. This acquisition supports Westland’s expansion strategy to serve more communities in Alberta and across Canada. Diamond Insurance Agencies has one office located in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1998, their professional advisors provide residential, auto, life, travel, […]
Winter is Coming: Quebec’s law requiring winter tires on all vehicles begins today
Montreal, Quebec – If you don’t have your winter tires on your vehicle, you may want to get that done–as of today, winter tires are mandatory in Quebec, and will be until March 15. The federal government of Canada has always recommended the use of winter tires, however in the province of Quebec, the provincial […]
Seal of Approval: IBC expresses enthusiasm for Ontario 2020 Budget
Toronto, Ontario – The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) expressed their support for the recently released 2020 Ontario Budget in a press release on Thursday. IBC Ontario vice-president Kim Donaldson praised the Ontario government for its support of the province’s auto insurance industry. “During these uncertain times, the Ford government continues to show its adaptability […]
Insurance Implications: Panel suggests Alberta moves to no-fault insurance model
Edmonton, Alberta — A government panel is recommending a fundamental overhaul of Albertan auto insurance, suggesting the province moves toward a no-fault model. Chris Daniel, who heads the government-appointed Automobile Insurance Advisory Committee, says the change is critical if auto insurance is to remain sustainable while providing fair and timely care and compensation to those […]
Pulling out of the Pacific: Intact auto insurance to leave B.C.
Victoria, British Columbia — Intact has announced that it plans to no longer offer optional automobile coverage in British Columbia. This decision was made with careful consideration given the upcoming changes in the province after the NDP secured a majority government this past weekend. With the NDP win, the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) […]
Bad to Worse to Worst: Surrey mother sues ICBC for charges to murdered son’s wrecked truck
Surrey, British Columbia – The mother of a murdered Surrey, BC man is attempting to hold the feet of British Columbia’s provincial insurance corporation to the fire for their inaction on her son’s insurance claim, filed nearly three years prior, according to a report from the CBC. Marina Sokolovskaia’s son Alexander Blanarou was killed in […]
In Today’s Age: Women aged 75 and older largest share increase in insured vehicles, says GAA
Montréal, Québec — Since 2015, women aged 75 and older represent the largest share increase in the number of insured vehicles, according to Groupement des Assureurs Automobiles (GAA) statistics. GAA’s yearly stats update revealed a large progression of insured vehicles. Over the past five years, the number of vehicles insured by women aged 75 and […]
Brewing Up Change: Allstate Canada donates $10K to Montreal affordable housing program
Montreal, Quebec – Allstate Insurance Company of Canada plans to give back to their local community in Montreal with the announcement of a $10,000 donation to the Old Brewery Mission’s (OBM) affordable housing program. The COVID-19 pandemic has put yet another strain on the lives of Canada’s homeless population and Allstate is hoping to do […]
Fighting the Flames: B.C. Liberals vow to end ICBC monopoly if elected
Victoria, British Columbia — A Liberal government in British Columbia would open up the auto insurance market to competition from private businesses and end the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia’s (ICBC) monopoly, the political party said in a Tuesday statement. Aaron Sutherland, vice president Pacific for IBC said the B.C. Liberals’ decision to open the […]
Passing the Buck: $1 billion available to Ont. drivers due to COVID relief fund
Toronto, Ontario – Ontario’s auto insurers have reported that there is about $1 billion in relief money saved and available to drivers in response to COVID-19. “Our government took immediate action to make the required regulatory changes so that consumers could benefit from the change in driving behaviour during the pandemic, said Ontario’s Finance Minister […]
