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As camping season kicks off this May long weekend, ICBC asks drivers to prepare and travel at safe speeds

May 14, 2025

ICBC: Motorcycle crashes on the rise, help keep riders safe

May 09, 2025

Statement and information from ICBC on tragedy at Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party

April 27, 2025

ICBC expands Optional insurance distance-based discount

April 23, 2025

Graduated licensing changes improve accessibility and safety

April 16, 2025

Increases coming to accident benefit health care services rates

April 14, 2025

Statement on ICBC president and CEO joining Powerex Corp.

April 02, 2025

ICBC: $110 rebates now on their way to customers

March 26, 2025

ICBC: As snow forecast for South Coast, new survey reveals majority of drivers feel nervous driving in winter conditions

January 30, 2025

ICBC: Survey finds B.C. drivers are stressed and nervous navigating busy parking lots

December 09, 2024

Back to school: ICBC shares safety tips for drivers, parents and caregivers

August 21, 2024

Adaptive all-electric vehicle funded by ICBC through VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation strengthens G.F. Strong’s Driver Rehabilitation Program for British Columbians

August 06, 2024

ICBC warns of significant increase in driver fatigue crashes ahead of long weekend

July 31, 2024

Okanagan residents offered more choice and convenience with new ICBC driver licensing office

July 15, 2024

ICBC: New survey reveals top maneuvers B.C. drivers avoid and find most challenging

June 25, 2024

ICBC headquarters will be transformed into hundreds of homes near transit

June 17, 2024

ICBC and police launch campaign to address increase in impaired related crashes

June 13, 2024

ICBC investment helping B.C. police identify uninsured drivers

June 12, 2024

ICBC urges drivers to slow down and stay safe this long weekend

May 15, 2024

ICBC announces $110 rebate to drivers, basic rates remain unchanged

May 08, 2024

ICBC and police asking drivers to travel at safe speeds as part of newest campaign

May 01, 2024

Motorcycle season is here: share our roads to keep riders safe, urges ICBC

April 30, 2024

ICBC road safety speakers talking to B.C. teens to prevent crashes this grad season

April 18, 2024

ICBC asks drivers to use extra care while travelling this Easter long weekend

March 27, 2024

Roundabouts reduce injury crashes by 75% but new Ipsos survey reveals some B.C. drivers lack confidence navigating them

February 07, 2024

YSO SLO, 2FAS4U and OMG MOV among 2,600 personalized licence plate slogans rejected by ICBC in 2023

January 25, 2024

ICBC survey: 76% of Lower Mainland drivers polled using winter tires this season

January 15, 2024

ICBC survey: 93% of Southern Interior drivers polled using winter tires this season

January 15, 2024

ICBC survey: 71% of Island drivers polled using winter tires this season

January 15, 2024

ICBC survey: 90% of northern B.C. drivers polled using winter tires this season

January 15, 2024

ICBC urges drivers to use caution over the holidays as crashes peak in December

December 20, 2023

Have your say: B.C. explores new licence plate options

December 11, 2023

ICBC expands driver licensing services in Surrey

December 11, 2023

Holiday CounterAttack roadchecks start this weekend

November 30, 2023

ICBC shares top tips for a safe Halloween

October 26, 2023

ICBC and police say pedestrian safety a serious concern this fall as visibility worsens

October 11, 2023

ICBC shares essential safety tips ahead of Thanksgiving weekend

October 05, 2023

ICBC urges drivers to avoid distractions ahead of the last long weekend of summer

August 31, 2023

ICBC sharing safety tips as children head back to school

August 28, 2023

​​​​​​​​ICBC supports British Columbians facing wildfires

August 18, 2023

ICBC survey reveals top challenges for road trippers ahead of B.C. Day long weekend

August 03, 2023

Summer CounterAttack roadchec​ks underway

July 29, 2023

​​​ICBC shares tips for road test success as demand soars

July 19, 2023

​​​​​ICBC expands usage-based insurance with new discount for B.C. drivers

June 01, 2023

​​​​​ICBC to drivers: Slow down this May long weekend

May 18, 2023

​​​​​ICBC: Road safety speakers talking to Island teens to prevent crashes this grad season​

May 17, 2023

ICBC and police launch campaign against speeding

May 05, 2023

New President and Chief Executive Officer of ICBC​

April 28, 2023

ICBC: Road safety speakers talking to Lower M​ainland teens to prevent crashes this grad season

April 25, 2023

ICBC: Road safety speakers talking to northern B.C. teens ahead of grad season

April 17, 2023

ICBC: Drivers warned of unpredictable road conditions this Easter long weekend

April 05, 2023

ICBC and police warn of tough penalties for distracted drivers

March 06, 2023

ICBC: ZOOOOM and U2SLOW among some of the rejected B.C. personalized licence plates in 2022

January 18, 2023

President and CEO of ICBC departs for BC Ferries

January 17, 2023

BCUC approves ICBC Basic rate application on interim basis​​​

January 13, 2023

ICBC: Crashes peak in December as winter weather hits

December 19, 2022

ICBC files for no increase to Basic insurance rates for two more yea​rs​

December 12, 2022

B.C.​ drivers pay among the lowest auto insurance rates in Canada

December 08, 2022

ICBC: Recent snowfall leads to dramatic spike in claims​

December 01, 2022

Holiday CounterAttack roadchecks start this weekend

November 30, 2022

ICBC's Halloween safety tips for drivers, parents and caregivers

October 27, 2022

ICBC: Drivers use caution in heavy rain and in case of flooding

October 27, 2022

ICBC: Drivers use caution over Thanksgiving long weekend

October 06, 2022

ICBC and police warn that pedestrian fatalities more than double in fall and winter​

October 04, 2022

ICBC shares safety tips for drivers ahead of Labour Day long weekend

September 01, 2022

ICBC: More drivers admit to using their phone while driving

August 30, 2022

ICBC sharing tips as kids head back to school

August 29, 2022

ICBC's top tips for road trips this long weekend

July 27, 2022

ICBC offers British Columbians tips to prepare for wildfire season​

July 25, 2022

ICBC shares top five tips for passing your road test

July 21, 2022

Summer CounterAttack roadchecks underway

June 29, 2022

ICBC and police asking drivers to watch their speed this long weekend

May 18, 2022

ICBC road safety speakers talking to northern B.C. teens to prevent crashes this grad season

May 05, 2022

ICBC changes its policy on seeking costs from cyclists and pedestrians​​

May 04, 2022

ICBC and police warning drivers to slow down as speed-related crashes rise​

May 03, 2022

Goodbye insurance decal and hello online insurance renewals

April 28, 2022

ICBC urging road trippers to be cautious this Easter long weekend

April 12, 2022

ICBC launching driving simulation app to help new drivers recognize hazards

April 05, 2022

ICBC relief r​​​ebate coming for drivers

March 25, 2022

ICBC: New survey reveals 42% of drivers admit to still using their phone behind the wheel​

March 01, 2022

ICBC set to launch online insurance renewals

February 14, 2022

Changes coming to driver’s licences, identification cards and Services Cards in B.C.​​

January 25, 2022

ICBC urging northern B.C. drivers to use caution in winter conditions

January 06, 2022

ICBC urging Island drivers to use caution in challenging winter conditions

January 06, 2022

ICBC urging Southern Interior drivers to use caution in challenging winter conditions

January 06, 2022

ICBC urging Lower Mainland drivers to use caution in challenging winter conditions

January 06, 2022

ICBC board chair Joy MacPhail receives Order of Cana​da

December 29, 2021

ICBC: over 1,900 crashes every year during the holidays

December 21, 2021

CounterAttack roadchecks start this weekend

December 01, 2021

ICBC: Let's make this Halloween the safest one yet​​

October 26, 2021

ICBC warns about seasonal spike in pedestrian crashes​​

October 19, 2021

ICBC implements COVID-19 vaccination requirement for employees

October 08, 2021

Enhanced Care customer savings better than projected

September 23, 2021

ICBC asking drivers & parents to keep kids safe as school returns

September 02, 2021

ICBC: Drivers using their phones more during pandemic

September 01, 2021

ICBC urges caution as B.C. Day long weekend brings more crashes

July 28, 2021

Important information for wildfire victims in B.C.

July 02, 2021

ICBC and police join forces for CounterAttack campaign now underway

June 30, 2021

ICBC issues second COVID-19 rebate

June 11, 2021

ICBC Enhanced Care refunds on their way

May 13, 2021

ICBC and police launch campaign aimed at the leading cause of fatalities​​

May 05, 2021

Major ICBC premium savings, better care start May 1

April 29, 2021

Update: COVID-19 rebate cheques out by end of April​​

April 09, 2021

ICBC COVID-19 rebate cheques being mailed out

March 26, 2021

ICBC delays issuing COVID-19 rebate cheques​

March 17, 2021

Enhanced Care confirms improved crash benefits

March 05, 2021

ICBC and police urge drivers to leave their phone alone

February 25, 2021

COVID-19 ICBC customer rebates to average $190

February 02, 2021

Basic Vehicle Damage coverage coming May 1

January 22, 2021

BCUC approves ICBC basic rate decrease on interim basis

January 15, 2021

ICBC’s trailblazing road improvement program celebrates 30 years of safer roads and over 7,500 projects​

January 05, 2021

ICBC to apply for significant basic rate decrease​

December 14, 2020

Holiday CounterAttack roadchecks start this weekend

November 26, 2020

Update on COVID-19 customer relief measures

September 17, 2020

ICBC posts first quarter financial results and releases Q1 COVID-19 report

September 10, 2020

ICBC asks drivers to help keep kids safe as school returns

September 08, 2020

ICBC urges caution over last long weekend of summer

September 03, 2020

ICBC and police ask drivers to leave their phone alone

September 01, 2020

ICBC adds 2,000 new road test appointments for September

August 28, 2020

ICBC introduces temporary road testing locations and additional driver examiners

August 21, 2020

Some temporary COVID-19 support measures to expire

August 07, 2020

Extensive new ICBC data available to public online

July 28, 2020

ICBC issues Notice to Vendors for refund related to system transition

July 24, 2020

ICBC expands road tests based on priority booking

July 22, 2020

ICBC launches online booking system for office driver licensing appointments

July 20, 2020

ICBC & police warn impaired drivers ahead of long weekend

July 20, 2020

Customers urged to list drivers on their insurance policy

July 09, 2020

Road tests to expand July 8 with phased approach

July 07, 2020

CounterAttack roadchecks targeting impaired drivers on now

June 30, 2020

Keep motorcyclists safe by sharing the road, urges ICBC

June 16, 2020

Road tests for commercial drivers resume next week

June 10, 2020

ICBC reinstates all knowledge tests by appointment

May 28, 2020

ICBC releases report on the impact of COVID-19

May 14, 2020

Fewer drivers during pandemic no excuse to speed

May 04, 2020

More support for B.C. drivers as ICBC reinstates some knowledge tests by appointment

April 27, 2020

ICBC takes further steps to reduce financial burden for drivers during pandemic

April 16, 2020

Licence renewals and payment deferrals now available during pandemic

March 24, 2020

​ICBC insurance transactions available by phone during COVID-19 outbreak

March 18, 2020

ICBC suspends all driver road tests, undertakes additional precautionary measures

March 17, 2020

Enhanced security features added to most ICBC-issued cards

March 11, 2020

ICBC and police remind drivers to "take a break" from their phones

February 27, 2020

ICBC unveils new road safety school resources

February 25, 2020

ICBC posts third quarter results

February 18, 2020

Transforming ICBC to deliver lower rates, better benefits

February 06, 2020

Government increasing ICBC accountability, transparency

January 20, 2020

Open letter to the people of the Western Communities

December 21, 2019

ICBC: a crash occurs every three minutes over the holidays

December 20, 2019

Government directs delay to basic rate application

December 12, 2019

ICBC provides Drive Smart tips for holiday shopping season

November 28, 2019

Holiday CounterAttack roadchecks start this weekend

November 27, 2019

ICBC posts second quarter results

November 26, 2019

ICBC urges drivers to prepare for winter before crashes increase

November 21, 2019

ICBC advises drivers and pedestrians to take extra precautions on Halloween

October 29, 2019

ICBC urges caution as pedestrian injuries nearly double

October 17, 2019

ICBC encourages drivers to be prepared for changing road conditions over the Thanksgiving long weekend

October 09, 2019

ICBC posts first quarter financial results for fiscal year 2019-2020

September 10, 2019

Distracted driving remains top priority for ICBC, police and government

September 04, 2019

ICBC asking drivers & parents to keep kids safe as school returns

August 28, 2019

ICBC: Last long weekend of summer could spell 2,200 crashes on B.C. roads

August 27, 2019

ICBC & police warn speeding drivers ahead of long weekend

July 31, 2019

ICBC kicks off recruitment for Techpilot project for less experienced drivers

July 30, 2019

Government, ICBC & police team up for impaired driving campaign

June 27, 2019

Majority of drivers will benefit from changes to ICBC's rate model: Driving convictions now impact optional premiums

June 06, 2019

Long weekend ahead: new survey shows majority of passengers concerned about speeding drivers

May 14, 2019

ICBC statement on government direction to make additional changes to basic insurance rating model

May 10, 2019

New ICBC road safety speaker reaching out to Lower Mainland students ahead of grad season

May 09, 2019

New ICBC campaign aimed at the leading cause of fatalities

May 02, 2019

ICBC road safety speakers reaching out to northern B.C. students ahead of grad season

April 23, 2019

New ICBC road safety speakers reaching out to Island students ahead of grad season

April 11, 2019

Auto Crime Enforcement Month: Check your doors before they do

March 29, 2019

Making ICBC work for B.C. drivers again

March 26, 2019

ICBC statement on upcoming Insurance Bureau report​

March 19, 2019

ICBC, police and government continue to find new ways to tackle distracted driving

February 27, 2019

ICBC: Island drivers facing challenging road conditions

February 13, 2019

Calls to ICBC up 44% in Southern Interior after snowfall

February 13, 2019

ICBC: Lower Mainland drivers facing challenging road conditions

February 13, 2019

ICBC: Northern B.C. drivers facing challenging road conditions

February 13, 2019

ICBC statement on court rules change

February 11, 2019

ICBC posts net loss of $860 million for first nine months of fiscal year

February 07, 2019

ICBC statement on Legal Services Branch litigation review

February 06, 2019

BCUC approves ICBC basic rate on interim basis and sets public review process​

January 02, 2019

ICBC warns: 35 crashes every hour over the holidays

December 19, 2018

ICBC files basic rate application

December 14, 2018

ICBC launches telematics pilot for new drivers

November 29, 2018

Holiday CounterAttack roadchecks start this weekend

November 27, 2018

ICBC posts net loss of $582 million for first six months of fiscal year

November 23, 2018

Mall parking lot crashes peak in December; ICBC provides Drive Smart tips for holiday shopping season

November 20, 2018

Government releases ICBC regulations, confirming direction

November 09, 2018

Don’t let Halloween become a nightmare – Drive Smart tips from ICBC

October 29, 2018

ICBC files Notice of Civil Claim for costs incurred from Trail sulfuric acid spills

October 10, 2018

ICBC urges caution as pedestrian injuries nearly double

October 09, 2018

ICBC cautions drivers: expect unpredictable road conditions this long weekend

October 02, 2018

Statement from ICBC president and CEO on the BCUC's decision

September 28, 2018

ICBC and police remind drivers to "take a break" from their phone

September 06, 2018

ICBC: Drivers & parents need to help keep kids safe as school returns

August 29, 2018

ICBC: Last long weekend of summer brings deadly crashes

August 28, 2018

ICBC statement on changes to make insurance rates fairer

August 09, 2018

Over 45,000 British Columbians jump to challenge & take the Drive Smart Refresher Test

August 03, 2018

ICBC: Watch for warning signs of drowsy driving this long weekend

July 31, 2018

Crashes hit all-time high in B.C.; ICBC launches online test to refresh drivers' knowledge & improve road safety

July 17, 2018

ICBC announces permanent CEO

July 13, 2018

ICBC and police team up for impaired driving campaign

June 28, 2018

ICBC & BC SPCA urge pet guardians to Drive Smart by keeping pets safe on summer road trips

June 21, 2018

ICBC statement on material damage glass policy changes

June 07, 2018

ICBC benefits double to better support crash victims

June 01, 2018

ICBC speakers connecting with Southern Interior youth this grad season

May 28, 2018

New ICBC survey shows that customers believe society simply tolerates people who commit insurance fraud

May 24, 2018

ICBC urges drivers to watch for cyclists and share the roads this summer

May 23, 2018

ICBC rate fairness public engagement results

May 17, 2018

ICBC warns: long weekend brings more crashes

May 16, 2018

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month - 26th annual MLA ride

May 10, 2018

ICBC and police launch high-risk driving campaign

May 01, 2018

Drivers urged to take precautions during flood season

April 24, 2018

ICBC legislation focuses on affordability and supporting crash victims

April 23, 2018

ICBC speakers to connect with northern B.C. youth to prevent tragedy during grad season

April 05, 2018

ICBC speaker to connect with Island youth to prevent tragedy during grad season

April 05, 2018

ICBC speakers to connect with Lower Mainland youth to prevent tragedy during grad season

April 05, 2018

BC Government Rate Fairness Survey Closes April 5th

April 04, 2018

April is Auto Crime Enforcement Month 2018: "Lock it or Looted"

March 29, 2018

ICBC and BC Transplant partnership helps increase organ donation registrations by 15%

March 28, 2018

ICBC urges drivers to be alert this Easter long weekend

March 26, 2018

Government announces public engagement on fairer rates for drivers

March 05, 2018

Government, ICBC and police introduce new measures to combat distracted driving this month

March 02, 2018

ICBC statement on PwC operational review

February 09, 2018

Changes to B.C.’s auto insurance system focus on increased care and affordability

February 06, 2018

ICBC posts net loss of $935 million for first nine months of fiscal year

January 28, 2018

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