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Insurer loses appeal of a $45K punitive damages award

Why Jeweler’s Mutual Insurance Company lost its appeal of a $45,000 punitive damages award at the Ontario Court of Appeal.

By David Gambrill | October 17, 2024

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How the rate cap is playing out for Alberta drivers

If Alberta rates remain capped until 2033, soaring legal costs may mean good Alberta drivers could see their rates climb 87.6% over 10 years.

By David Gambrill | October 16, 2024

3 min read

How much are catastrophes boosting home insurance premiums?

Annual average insurable losses in the last decade have increased a whopping 379% in Canada compared to the prior 30-year average.

By Jason Contant | October 16, 2024

2 min read

Which region saw sharpest auto theft increase?

Car thieves responding to police crackdowns in Ontario and Quebec appear to have moved on to Atlantic Canada, spiking auto theft numbers

By Philip Porado | October 16, 2024

2 min read