Allstate Canada Group Donating $20,000 to Alberta Flood Relief

MARKHAM, ON, July 5, 2013 /CNW/ - The Allstate Canada Group of Companies (Allstate Insurance Company of Canada and Pembridge Insurance Company) announced today that it will donate $20,000.00 to the Canadian Red Cross to assist in flood recovery and relief efforts in southern Alberta.

The presence of Allstate's claims professionals on the ground will provide strength, experience and care for our customers as they diligently work to address all claims that have arisen as a result of this disaster. This donation is the company's way of extending a helping hand to all Albertans dealing with this difficult situation.

"Red Cross volunteers and staff from across the country are working around the clock to help families devastated by ongoing flooding in Alberta," says Conrad Sauvé, secretary general and CEO of the Canadian Red Cross. "We are thankful to Allstate Canada for its contribution to our humanitarian mission."

This donation is in line with a core Allstate Canada Group (ACG) value that encourages all agents and employees to look for ways to make the communities where they live and work better places for everyone. "As the areas most affected by this disaster become more accessible, we understand that the work to return these neighbourhoods to normal is only just beginning," said John O'Donnell President and Chief Executive Officer of the Allstate Canada Group of Companies. "This donation is just one of the initiatives ACG will be undertaking to help Albertans recover from this disaster."

This spirit of community involvement that motivated this donation is also the motivating factor in multiple ACG initiatives directed at flood relief. In addition to the $20,000 donation, ACG has made the decision to match Canadian Red Cross Flood Relief donations from employees up to $2,500. Calgary area Allstate Agents will be engaging in volunteer and fundraising efforts that will target specific concerns in their communities and Allstate Canada Agencies across the country will be participating in local flood relief fundraisers.

Flood Recovery Information
If you're an Allstate customer in the Calgary area and have any questions, please contact your local agency. Otherwise, direct questions or insurance claim reports to Allstate Canada's 24 hour, 7 days a week claims line at either 1-800-661-1577 or 1-800-387-0462. Or you can contact Allstate online.

Pembridge Insurance Company customers should contact their broker to report a claim, or they may also seek claims reporting assistance and contact information online at www.pembridge.com

About Allstate Insurance Company of Canada
Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is among the top 20 of producers and distributors of home and auto insurance products in Alberta, serving Canadians since 1953. The company strives to keep its customers in "Good Hands®" as well as its employees, and has recently been listed on the Best Employers in Canada, Best Employers in the GTA, and the Best Employers in Quebec lists. Allstate Canada is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates and has partnered with organizations such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD Canada), United Way and Junior Achievement. To learn more about Allstate Canada, visit www.allstate.ca.

About Pembridge Insurance Company
Pembridge Insurance Company offers a comprehensive range of insurance products and exceptional customer service with the support of our dedicated, independent broker network.  Pembridge's broad suite of products are designed to meet the specific needs of Canadians at competitive prices including; auto, home, condo, tenant and coverage for specialty products including ATV's, motorcycles, snowmobiles and boats. Visit www.pembridge.com to find a broker near you.

SOURCE: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada

Kevin Wilson
Senior Communications Specialist
Allstate Canada Group of Companies
T: 905.475.4536
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