SAAQ gets new CEO, its third in three years
Serge Lamontagne is the new CEO of Quebec's automobile insurance board, the SAAQ. This marks the third leadership change for the organization in as many years.
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Alberta auto insurance caps causing harm: MEI report
A new report finds Alberta's auto insurance premium caps are straining the market, causing insurer losses and reduced competition. Experts call for policy change.
Public servant denied prescription coverage for chronically ill daughter
An Ottawa public servant fights her health plan's denial of a weight-loss drug for her daughter, highlighting gaps in coverage for children with chronic illnesses. Read the family's struggle.
B.C. Strata Law: When to Refund Insurance Levies
A B.C. strata expert clarifies when a $250,000 insurance deductible levy must be refunded to owners after recovery, based on the Strata Property Act. Learn the legal requirements.
Generic Ozempic, Wegovy Coming to B.C. Soon
Health Canada reviews nine generic semaglutide submissions. Cheaper versions of Ozempic and Wegovy could soon improve access for diabetes and weight loss patients in British Columbia.
Montrealers Call for Media Focus on Iran Protests
Protesters in Montreal urged Canadian media to increase coverage of demonstrations in Iran during a rally on January 13, 2026. Learn about their demands and the local response.
Trump Veto Threat on ACA Subsidies Creates Uncertainty
President Trump may veto a bill to restore Affordable Care Act subsidies, threatening premium hikes for millions. The House passed the bill, but Senate action is uncertain. Learn the latest.
First Alzheimer's Fighting Infusion Delivered in Canada
A newly approved Alzheimer's drug has been administered for the first time in Canada, providing fresh hope to patients. However, significant questions about coverage costs remain unresolved.
SGI rate hike could cost half-ton truck owners $100 more
SGI's proposed 2026–27 rate increases may hit commercial half-ton truck owners hardest, with plate costs rising nearly $100 annually. The NDP criticizes the plan.
Humanizing Cyber Insurance in Canada
Sophia Kudlik of Hub International helps Canadian firms navigate the volatile cyber insurance market, turning technical risk into strategic resilience. Discover how her unique career path bridges the gap between boardrooms and breaches.
Insurers Taking Losses Due to Alberta Auto Rate Cap
A major credit agency warns Alberta needs a long-term auto insurance fix as insurers face losses from the rate cap, risking more departures. Read the latest.
B.C. woman pleads for government to cover MS drug
A British Columbia woman is calling on the provincial government to fund a new multiple sclerosis drug. Her plea highlights the critical gap in coverage for patients.
Saskatoon woman denied travel coverage for brain surgery
Tammy O'Brien, a Saskatoon woman on a fixed income, was denied travel cost coverage by the Saskatchewan Health Ministry for lifesaving brain surgery in Edmonton. NDP critics call the policy failure 'unprecedented.'
Cle de Peau's $77 Concealer: A Canadian Review
A Canadian beauty writer with lifelong dark circles puts the cult-favourite Cle de Peau Beauté concealer to the test. Is the $77 price tag justified by its performance? Find out in this detailed review.
Saskatchewan auto insurance, electricity rates set to rise
Saskatchewan residents will see higher costs for car insurance and electricity in 2026 and 2027. Learn the proposed increases, why they're needed, and how the approval process works.
Toxic Contaminants Remain in Homes After L.A. Wildfires
A year after devastating wildfires, California residents face a hidden danger: toxic lead and asbestos lingering in their homes. Experts warn of long-term health risks as insurance battles compound the trauma.
SaskPower, SGI request 4% rate increases for 2026-27
SaskPower and SGI have filed for rate increases of nearly 4% for 2026-27, impacting Saskatchewan residents' utility and insurance costs. Learn the details and what it means for you.
Alberta's Care-first Insurance Model Criticized
An accident reconstruction engineer warns Alberta's new no-fault auto insurance model, starting in 2027, grants excessive power to insurers and strips drivers of legal recourse. Learn the risks.
U.S. Federal Workers Sue Over End to Trans Health Coverage
A new U.S. policy ending insurance coverage for gender-affirming care faces a legal challenge from federal employees, who call it discriminatory. The complaint was filed Thursday.
Health Insurance Costs Soar as Key Subsidies Expire
Enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits have expired, raising health insurance premiums for millions of Americans. Learn about the political stalemate and real-life impacts.
Canada's social safety net lags, leaving millions insecure
An economist warns Canada's eroded social safety net and stagnant wages are creating a crisis of economic insecurity for millions, with EI benefits lagging far behind European nations.
Judge Tosses Humboldt Broncos Crash Lawsuit
A Saskatchewan judge has ruled families of five Humboldt Broncos crash victims cannot sue the provincial government. The decision cites provincial insurance law and rejects Charter arguments.
Manitoba Drivers' Wild Insurance Fraud Attempts in 2025
Manitoba saw brazen insurance fraud attempts in 2025, including a Winnipeg arson gone wrong and a vehicle reported stolen while en route to Dubai. Authorities detail the schemes.
B.C. flood insured loss tally still weeks away
The Insurance Bureau of Canada states it will take weeks to calculate total insured losses from the devastating B.C. floods. Get the latest details on the recovery and financial impact.
B.C. residents pay triple for climate disasters as companies profit
Analysis reveals B.C. homeowners and taxpayers bear the escalating costs of floods and fires through insurance, coverage gaps, and taxes, while the most responsible companies are shielded. Explore the broken system.
Quebec school snowbank rules denounced by unions, politicians
An insurance firm's strict guidelines for schoolyard snowbanks, including height limits and helmet suggestions, face fierce criticism from Quebec unions and Premier Legault for adding bureaucratic burden.
Tapper: Media Failed to Ask Enough on Biden Health
CNN's Jake Tapper reflects on media's handling of Biden's cognitive health questions and how it's changing his coverage of Trump's second term. Get the full story.
Trump sues BBC for $10B over edited documentary
Former U.S. President Donald Trump files a massive $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC for alleged defamation and election interference. Get the latest on this high-stakes media legal battle.
Ontario School Board Cyber Attack Exposes Sensitive Data
A cyber breach at a Northern Ontario school board has compromised highly sensitive information, including Social Insurance Numbers and passport data. Learn the details and implications.
CDC Ends Newborn Hep B Vaccine Rule, Canadian Coverage Stays
The CDC has voted to end universal hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Canadian officials and insurers confirm coverage will not change. Details on the policy shift and its implications.
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