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Alberta introduces new regulations for ride for hire firms like Uber
May 18, 2016 The Canadian PressEDMONTON – The Alberta government has introduced new rules to regulate ride-hailing companies such as Uber. Transportation Minister Brian Mason says that under Bill 16, anyone who wants to drive for such a company will have to have a professional…
Uber gets green light from city council to operate legally in Toronto
May 4, 2016 The Canadian PressTORONTO – Uber is voicing its thanks after Toronto city council gave the ride-hailing service the green light to operate legally in the city. In a message to those who use its app, Uber said Toronto Mayor John Tory and…
Consistent approach by Canada’s p&c insurers essential to address existing, emerging issues: IBC chair
April 21, 2016 Angela Stelmakowich, EditorCollaboration and consistency among Canada’s property and casualty insurers will be key as the industry looks to tackle top-of-mind issues – like the sharing economy and overland flood – in a rapidly changing and increasingly complex environment, Sylvie Paquette, chair…
Ottawa city council approves new vehicle-for-hire regulations
April 13, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterOttawa city council announced on Wednesday that it has approved new vehicle-for-hire regulations, making it one of the first Canadian jurisdictions to adopt regulations for private transportation companies (PTCs). In January, Edmonton became the first jurisdiction in Canada to legalize…
Private transportation companies would need $7 million of insurance under Toronto City Council recommendations
April 7, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterPrivate transportation companies (PTCs) in Toronto would be required to carry a minimum of $2 million of collision and passenger hazard insurance, in addition to $5 million of commercial general liability insurance under proposed recommendations from Toronto City Council. Currently,…
Sharing economy an opportunity for insurers, government should focus on objectives: OMIA speaker
April 1, 2016 by Angela StelmakowichRegulators would do well to resist taking a “whack-a-mole” approach to the sharing economy – something that could result in a $20 billion market in Canada within the next decade – and, instead, consider their ultimate objectives, Sunil Johal, policy…
Over-regulation of “driverless” vehicles could stifle industry, say advocates
March 30, 2016 Terry Pedwell - THE CANADIAN PRESSKANATA, Ont. – Driverless cars, trucks and buses are going to cause a major economic headache, and the federal government needs to be ready, say advocates for the country’s high tech and automotive sectors. But Ottawa also needs to tread…
Uber launches campaign to gather public support ahead of Ottawa city vote
March 30, 2016 The Canadian PressOTTAWA – Uber Canada is launching a campaign to gain public support as Ottawa city council prepares for a vote on ride-booking services on April 13. The company has been operating in Ottawa since October 2014 and says it wants…
In Plain Sight
March 11, 2016 Philomena Comerford, President and Chief Executive Officer, Baird MacGregor Insurance Brokers LPWhen changes in technology trigger changes in human behaviour, the societal implications can be far-reaching. The well-publicized and popular Uber app that matches UberX drivers with paying passengers has been launched in several Canadian municipalities, causing headaches for insurers, brokers,…