/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - Insurance Bureau of Canada Announces Rain Barrel Study Results/

SASKATOON, May 29, 2012 /CNW/ - Water damage claims have soared to $1.7 billion annually in Canada, surpassing fire as the leading cause of damage to homes. In response to the increase in severe weather and water damage claims IBC has investigated ways to help communities deal with excess water.

The Wingham Rain Barrel Study began with 1,000 rain barrels, one for each homeowner, and at the news conference we will announce the surprising results of the study.

At the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Conference in Saskatoon, join William Adams, Vice President, Atlantic Canada, Insurance Bureau of Canada and municipal officials for the announcement of the study results as well as news on the next town selected for the study.

When:	Friday, June 1, 2012 at 12:30 p.m. (Central Daylight Time)
Where:	Federation of Canadian Municipalities Conference
	TCU PLACE, Saskatoon's Arts & Convention Centre, 35 - 22nd Street East,
	Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
	Gallery Suite II

Lunch will be served

About Insurance Bureau of Canada

Insurance Bureau of Canada is the national industry association representing Canada's private home, car and business insurers. Its member companies represent 90% of the property and casualty (P&C) insurance market in Canada. The P&C insurance industry employs over 114,000 Canadians, pays more than $7 billion in taxes to the federal, provincial and municipal governments, and has a total premium base of $40 billion.

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or to schedule an interview, contact:

Helen Lialias
Media Relations Officer
Insurance Bureau of Canada
416-362-2031 ext. 4312
[email protected]

Ellen Woodger
Communications, Insurance Bureau of Canada
416-873-2544
[email protected]