IBC reviewing private member's bill on auto insurance pricing
TORONTO, Oct. 15, 2018 /CNW/ - Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is currently reviewing the private member's Bill 42, introduced this afternoon by MPP Parm Gill, that looks at eliminating postal code as one factor used in determining risk for auto insurance premiums.
Under the current regulations, auto insurance premiums are based on claims data, including the frequency and cost of collisions. The current regulations are outdated and don't reflect the realities of today's drivers.
"Ontario's drivers look forward to an improved regulatory environment. Ontario auto insurers are actively seeking modernized regulation that enables them to meet the needs of Ontario drivers. We are committed to working with government to fix auto insurance in this province," said Kim Donaldson, Vice-President, Ontario, IBC.
About Insurance Bureau of Canada
Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is the national industry association representing Canada's private home, auto and business insurers. Its member companies make up 90% of the property and casualty (P&C) insurance market in Canada. For more than 50 years, IBC has worked with governments across the country to help make affordable home, auto and business insurance available for all Canadians. IBC supports the vision of consumers and governments trusting, valuing and supporting the private P&C insurance industry. It champions key issues and helps educate consumers on how best to protect their homes, cars, businesses and properties.
P&C insurance touches the lives of nearly every Canadian and plays a critical role in keeping businesses safe and the Canadian economy strong. It employs more than 126,000 Canadians, pays $9 billion in taxes and has a total premium base of $54.7 billion.
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SOURCE Insurance Bureau of Canada
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