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‘Minor injuries’ don’t exist if they fall outside the Minor Injury Guideline ‘Minor injuries’ don’t exist if they fall outside the Minor Injury Guideline Image

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‘Minor injuries’ don’t exist if they fall outside the Minor Injury Guideline

An auto injury falling outside of Ontario’s $3,500 Minor Injury Guideline (MIG) cap is no longer a “minor injury,” tribunal rules.

By David Gambrill | May 17, 2023

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Flood warning for part of northwest B.C., other rivers rising as heat grips province Flood warning for part of northwest B.C., other rivers rising as heat grips province Image

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Flood warning for part of northwest B.C., other rivers rising as heat grips province

A flood watch covered the Skeena region of northwestern British Columbia Tuesday as unseasonably warm temperatures swelled rivers in many areas of the province.

By The Canadian Press | May 17, 2023

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Why SUVs are more dangerous to cyclists than cars Why SUVs are more dangerous to cyclists than cars Image

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Why SUVs are more dangerous to cyclists than cars

SUVs cause more severe injuries — particularly head injuries — than cars when they hit bicyclists, new research has found.

By Jason Contant | May 17, 2023

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How theft and Alberta’s rate pause affected Definity’s auto portfolio How theft and Alberta’s rate pause affected Definity’s auto portfolio Image

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How theft and Alberta’s rate pause affected Definity’s auto portfolio

Auto theft, inflation, and increased claims frequency contributed to Definity’s posting a combined ratio in auto up to 100.9% in 2023 Q1.

By David Gambrill | May 16, 2023

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