Month: May 2024

A state or state-sponsored actor was likely responsible for a series of cybersecurity attacks targeting British Columbia government networks, Mike Farnworth, B.C.’s public safety minister and solicitor general, said Friday.  He said he personally did not know the identity of…The post B.C. confident that cybersecurity attacks on government were state-directed appeared first on Canadian Underwriter.

A man died in a residential fire in Surrey’s Panorama Ridge neighbourhood on Sunday night, authorities say.

Montreal police say they have arrested a 22-year-old suspect in connection with a man’s death in the Plateau early Sunday morning.

BrokerLink has continued its momentum in the M&A space with the acquisition of three new brokerages, bringing its total acquisitions year-to-date to seven.  BrokerLink’s latest acquisitions include Alberta-based Direct-Line Insurance and MKMK Risk Management Inc. (MKMK Group) as well as…The post BrokerLink acquires three brokerages in two provinces appeared first on Canadian Underwriter.

Fort Nelson, B.C., is about 1.5 km away from becoming the first major natural catastrophe of Canada’s 2024 wildfire season. The town’s mayor noted wind conditions are putting the community in peril, and evacuation orders have been given to approximately…The post Canada’s first wildfire Cat of 2024? Fort Nelson, B.C., on the brink appeared first on Canadian Underwriter.

Shortages of auto repair techs and specialized parts for newer cars are combining to drag out repair times for personal auto clients. That’s causing delays for insurers looking to close out auto accident claims, plus it’s keeping more drivers in…The post Two new things keeping auto clients in rental cars appeared first on Canadian Underwriter.

Fire crews are continuing to battle a significant blaze in Manitoba’s north that has prompted evacuations.

Former Chatham Maroons forward Cohen Bidgood has signed with the OHL’s London Knights.