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Why insurers won their appeal in this $9.7-million pollution claim

Three commercial insurance providers in Alberta won their appeal in a $9.7-million pollution claim regarding “detection” of a gas pipe leak.

By David Gambrill | August 21, 2024

4 min read

Largest study of 2023 wildfires finds extreme weather fuelled flames coast to coast

The largest study of Canada's 2023 wildfire season says it's "inescapable" the record burn was caused by extreme heat and parching drought.

By Jason Contant | August 21, 2024

3 min read

Feds award industry firm flood hazard contract

Aon and flood risk intelligence company Fathom, part of Swiss Re, have been awarded a flood hazard contract by the federal government.

By Jason Contant | August 21, 2024

4 min read

Who’s on the hook for flood damage after water main breaks?

City water mains are giving out right as Canadians are facing multiple flooding catastrophes, and insurers are on the hook.

By David Gambrill | August 20, 2024

3 min read