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IBAO launches new Web site (June 12, 2006)

The Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario (IBAO) has launched a new Web site, http://www.ibao.org, providing an extensive range of information on insurance topics. Technically developed by AKA New Media Inc. (AKA Broker), the site is designed to be fresh, innovative and user-friendly.A new feature on the IBAO’s homepage is the Industry News link found in […]

By Canadian Underwriter | June 12, 2006

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New Brunswick auto insurers to see higher profits

New Brunswick-based car insurers will see higher profits than other Atlantic Canadian provinces that are exposed to rate regulations. The New Brunswick Insurance Board (NBIB) recently granted NB car insurers permission to earn these higher profits. This development stems from the NBIB’s approval of company rate applications including a 14% profit margin. This figure is […]

May 31, 2006

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NB car insurers to see higher profits

New Brunswick-based car insurance companies are set to see higher profits than other Atlantic Canadian provinces that are exposed to rate regulations. The New Brunswick Insurance Board (NBIB) recently granted NB car insurers permission to earn these higher profits. This development stems from the NBIB’s approval of company rate applications including a 14% profit margin. […]

By Canadian Underwriter | May 17, 2006

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Policy okay’s private vehicles for school trips

School board volunteer driver procedures in Victoria, British Columbia have been revamped to comply with changes made this April by Greater Victoria School District (School District 61). Under the District’s changed policy it is the responsibility of the Principal to ensure that there is an adequate screening and authorization process for the use of volunteer […]

By Canadian Underwriter | May 12, 2006

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KRG brings early Mother’s Day to special family

A Durham region mother of eight celebrated Mother’s Day early this year when KRG Children’s Charities presented her family with a wheelchair-access van.For Kari Murphy an exceptional mom to eight children, seven with special needs the van is essential as it will support her families day-to-day needs and their continual visits to The Hospital for […]

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KRG supports special family (May 09, 2006)

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KRG supports special family (May 09, 2006)

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MPI sends out CD$58 million in rebate cheques

Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) is mailing out CD$58 million in refund cheques, representing 10% of the basic Autopac premiums paid by Manitoba drivers during the 2004-05 policy year.About 550,000 policyholders will receive a rebate this year. The rebates will not affect policyholders’ new basic rates this year, MPI announced, “although 57% of policyholders will enjoy […]

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CGI, Universal Insurance ink US$45-75 million agreement

CGI Group Inc. has signed a seven-year, US$45-75 million agreement to provide Universal Insurance of North America with policy and accounting business process services (BPS). CGI will process Universal’s personal lines book of business, including homeowners, dwelling-fire, auto, and umbrella in Texas and Florida.As part of the agreement, CGI will open a processing facility in […]

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