Topic Manitoba
Andrew Agencies buys Saskatoon brokerage with two offices
June 16, 2020 by Greg MeckbachSaskatoon Insurance Agencies, which places home, auto, commercial and farm coverage, has been acquired by Andrew Agencies Ltd. effective June 1. Based in the Manitoba community of Virden, about 80 kilometres west of Brandon, Andrew now has 20 offices in…
Roads flooded, some homes evacuated as rain pummels southeast Manitoba
June 9, 2020 by THE CANADIAN PRESSSTUARTBURN, Man. – Heavy rain in southeastern Manitoba has flooded roads and forced people out of some homes. David Kiansky, reeve of the Rural Municipality of Stuartburn, says the water rose up suddenly and covered a lot of farmland and…
Ripple effects
May 7, 2020 by Jason Contant, Online EditorHow will the deal between Aon and Willis Towers Watson affect brokers in Canada?
Which way is winter tire usage trending in Canada?
November 21, 2019 by Adam MalikCanadians are getting the message when it comes to the importance of driving with winter tires, a new study has found. But Insurance Bureau of Canada warned that more than just strapping them to your car is enough to ensure…
Early winter weather cripples southern Manitoba
October 11, 2019 by The Canadian PressWINNIPEG – A first, early blast of windy, winter-like weather has knocked out power and made travel nearly impossible in many parts of southern Manitoba. Heavy, wet snow started Thursday and is expected to last into the Thanksgiving weekend, making…
Top court could hear this surety bond dispute
December 17, 2018 by Greg MeckbachA dispute involving The Guarantee Company of North America arising from unpaid construction bills could reach the Supreme Court of Canada. The highest court announced Friday The Guarantee is applying for leave to appeal Guarantee Company of North America v…
Cause of $25 million fire remains under investigation
June 18, 2018 by The Canadian PressBRANDON, Man. – A massive blaze that burned through historic buildings in downtown Brandon last month caused about $25 million in damages and police now say it may have been started by people. Fire crews were called to the Christie’s…
Multiple fires burn through downtown Brandon, Manitoba
May 22, 2018 by The Canadian PressBRANDON, Man. – A blaze that Premier Brian Pallister called “massive” has burned through several buildings in downtown Brandon, Man., including one with dozens of apartments managed by community groups. “It’s just devastating. We’re thinking of all the families that…
MPI reveals estimated insurance costs of distracted drivers
April 10, 2018 by Jason ContantThe direct insurance costs associated with distracted driving in Manitoba are estimated to be at least $70 million per year, the province’s government auto insurer reported recently. Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) spokesperson Brian Smiley told Canadian Underwriter that direct insurance costs…
Manitoba sets carbon tax at $25 a tonne as Trudeau warns feds will impose price
October 30, 2017 by Steve Lambert - THE CANADIAN PRESSWINNIPEG – The federal and Manitoba governments moved closer to a clash over carbon pricing Friday, as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said his government will impose a carbon tax in Manitoba if need be. “There will be a federal backstop…
Elevated wildfire danger levels continue in Manitoba
September 1, 2017 by Canadian UnderwriterHot, dry and windy conditions continue in Manitoba, resulting in elevated wildfire danger levels in many areas of the province, Manitoba Sustainable Development and the Office of the Fire Commissioner said in a media bulletin issued on Friday. To date,…
Fires spark evacuation order for three northern Manitoba First Nations
August 30, 2017 by The Canadian Press (CPSTF)WASAGAMACK, Man. – Forest fires are prompting the evacuation of some 3,700 people from three First Nation communities in northern Manitoba. The fires are closest to the Wasagamack First Nation, some 600 kilometres north of Winnipeg, and all 2,000 residents…