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Category : Insurance
Homeowners Boost Life Insurance Coverage to Safeguard Mortgages
As housing costs and mortgage rates rise, Canadian homeowners are purchasing significantly more life insurance coverage than non-homeowners, with data showing a nearly 40% higher average coverage amount to protect against economic instability.
Bear-Suit Insurance Fraudsters Sentenced in California
Three individuals in California have been sentenced for insurance fraud after using a person in a bear costume to stage fake attacks on luxury vehicles, seeking nearly $142,000 in fraudulent claims.
Driver Waits 8 Months for $40K Insurance Payout
An Ontario driver expresses a sense of betrayal after his insurance company took eight months to compensate him $40,000 following a serious collision in September 2025.
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Insurers Fortify Homes, Urge Carney to Put Climate First Amid Wildfires
As wildfire season starts, Canadian insurers are reinforcing homes and calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney's government to prioritize climate action to mitigate escalating risks and costs.
Windsor-Essex Insurance Costs Surge for Homes and Autos
Residents in Windsor-Essex are facing significant increases in home and auto insurance rates, with premiums rising sharply due to regional factors and market trends.
Alberta's Care-First Auto Insurance Plan Faces Criticism
Alberta's proposed no-fault auto insurance system, dubbed Care-First, is under fire for potentially increasing premiums while stripping drivers of compensation rights. Critics argue it prioritizes insurer profits over consumer protection.
Mount Everest Insurance Scandal: $20M Fraud Exposed
Nepalese authorities arrest 10 in a $20-million insurance fraud scheme targeting Mount Everest climbers, involving staged rescues and fake hospital admissions.
Saskatoon Woman Loses $11K in Email Scam
Frances Ewanchuk's $11,000 insurance payout from SGI vanished in a suspected email takeover scam, highlighting the stress and financial vulnerability of such cybercrimes.
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Alberta Auto Insurance Reform Promises Up to $366 Savings
An independent report forecasts Alberta's new auto insurance system will save good drivers hundreds annually starting in 2027, though skepticism remains about implementation.
Albertans May Save $259 with New Auto Insurance Model
A new report reveals Albertans could see significant premium savings under the 'care-first' auto insurance system, with basic coverage savings projected at $366 annually.
SGI Seeks 7.6% Insurance Hike Due to Rising Repair Costs
Saskatchewan Government Insurance attributes a proposed 7.6% rate increase over two years to expensive computerized car parts and inflation. NDP critic questions past rebates amid planned hikes.
ICBC: Unique Insurance Provider and Safety Advocate
Jason McDaniel, CEO of ICBC, highlights the corporation's unique mandate providing mandatory basic coverage and improving motoring safety in British Columbia.
Ottawa Woman Seeks Answers After Stolen SUV Disappears
An Ottawa woman is demanding answers from her insurance company after her stolen SUV, used in a smash-and-grab, went missing for weeks, highlighting insurance delays and consumer frustrations.
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Air Canada Crash Survivors Could Sue for $300K, Advocate Says
Survivors of the Air Canada plane crash at LaGuardia Airport may have legal grounds to sue the airline for damages reaching nearly $300,000, according to a passenger rights advocate.
Insurance Fraud Surge: Many Canadians Unknowingly Violate
A new report reveals insurance fraud claims have jumped nearly 50%, with auto incidents leading. Many Canadians commit unintentional fraud through omissions.
AMA Halts Motorcycle Insurance Before New Alberta Rules
Some Alberta motorcyclists have received notices that AMA will not renew their insurance plans as new provincial regulations loom, raising concerns about coverage options.
ICBC Ordered to Refund Driver After Faulty Left-Turn Crash Ruling
A civil resolution tribunal has ruled that ICBC wrongly assigned fault to a driver turning left on a yellow light, ordering a $500 deductible refund and prompting the insurer to change its responsibility determination process for such common crashes.
Insurance Premiums Surge Across Canada, Hitting Cities Hard
A new report reveals 75% of Canadian households face rising auto and home insurance costs, with Toronto and other Ontario cities experiencing the steepest increases. Premiums now rival grocery bills as a major expense.
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Akur8 Acquires Slope Software to Enter Life Insurance Market
Akur8, the global actuarial AI platform, has acquired Slope Software, expanding its offerings from property and casualty into the life and annuity insurance sector through this strategic move.
Hormuz Strait Insurance Costs Soar Post-Ship Attacks
Insurance premiums for vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz have surged to 5% of ship value, up fivefold from earlier conflict levels, raising questions about ship owner willingness amid safety risks.
Identity Theft Insurance: A Critical Shield for Retirees
Experts highlight why identity theft insurance deserves consideration for retirees, who face disproportionate financial losses from identity crimes despite federal protections.
Alberta Should End Auto Insurance Rate Caps, Expert Warns
Economist Jack Mintz argues Alberta's auto insurance rate caps are driving companies out of the market, creating unsustainable conditions that could leave consumers with fewer options.
Staged Collisions Rise as Auto Theft Falls, Fraud Grows
Insurance companies report a nearly 400% increase in staged collisions in 2025, linked to organized crime, while auto thefts decline by 18% nationwide. Experts warn drivers to stay vigilant against fraudulent schemes.
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Insurance Fraud Allegations in Tow Truck Violence Cases
Investigative reports reveal staged collisions and insurance fraud are driving violent incidents in Canada's tow truck industry, with criminal groups exploiting claims for profit.
Ontario Woman Refuses Insurance Car Write-Off Offer
An Ontario woman is challenging her insurance company's decision to declare her car a total loss after a minor accident, highlighting a growing trend in auto insurance claims.
Inside the Hunt for Insurance Fraudsters Amid National Surge
Investigative report reveals a sharp rise in staged collisions across Canada, driving up premiums and prompting intensive fraud investigations by authorities.
iA Financial Eyes Major U.S. Deals as AI Shakes Insurance Sector
Canadian insurer iA Financial Corp. is pursuing multibillion-dollar acquisitions in the U.S. life insurance market, leveraging $1.4 billion in excess capital. CEO Denis Ricard addresses AI disruption concerns while highlighting the firm's record valuation
B.C. Court Orders ICBC to Accept Hit-and-Run Claim
The B.C. Court of Appeal has reversed a lower court decision, ordering ICBC to allow a lawsuit by three individuals injured in a hit-and-run accident, finding they weren't required to conduct futile investigations.
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Elena Sanz Wins Geneva Association Women in Insurance Award
Elena Sanz, CEO of Mapfre Iberia, receives the Geneva Association Women in Insurance Award for her people-centered leadership during company transformation and disaster responses in Spain.
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