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Do you know why CSIO Standard Codes benefit brokers?

CSIO Data Standards provide the foundation for coverage codes that a BMS will recognize every time.

Learn more in BC Broker magazine: bcbroker.texterity.com/bcbroker/lib...

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BC Broker - Enhancing broker operations with CSIO standard codes
It’s not uncommon for brokers to see coverage codes in their broker management system (BMS) that aren’t standard codes.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:06 AM
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Clear policy language isn’t just good practice, it’s essential.

➡️ Do you think most policyholders truly understand their exclusions?

Explore the full decision and what it means for insurers and insureds in this BC Broker article: bcbroker.texterity.com/bcbroker/lib...

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January 5, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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In his Dec. column, President Amrit Sidhu shares how brokers across B.C. have navigated change, strengthened relationships, supported their communities, and prepared for the work ahead in 2026.

Read his full message in the latest BC Broker: bcbroker.texterity.com/bcbroker/lib...

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December 16, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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It’s been a busy first year for IBABC’s ED & COO, Julie Skelton. In her December column, she reflects on a standout moment presenting at the Career Education Society of BC conference

Read it here: bcbroker.texterity.com/bcbroker/lib...

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December 12, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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📚 The December BC Broker is live! Here you'll find:

✔️ A breakdown of Budget 2025 and what it means for our industry
✔️ Highlights from the Salute Awards Gala
✔️ A look at the refreshed HyperArticles program
… and much more.

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Lorraine Bullock - SaluteBC Insurance Person of the Year
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December 11, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Driving represents freedom and independence — until a split-second lapse takes it all away.

This National Safe Driving Week, stay focused: your safety, your licence, and your future depend on it.

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December 3, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Dec 1 – 7 is National Safe Driving Week! ⚠️ Help spread the word!

The 2025 theme, “Gone in a Flash”, shines a spotlight on young Canadians and the reality that just one split-second distraction can erase what driving means to them.

🔁 Share to spread awareness

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December 1, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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IBABC was proud to be at the 2025 Career Education Society of BC Fall Conference this week!

We connected with education professionals from across B.C., shared insights from the broker community and highlighted the many rewarding roles in insurance.

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November 18, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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Did you know fraud and scams were the most common forms of cybercrime in 2023, costing Canadian businesses $567 million?

Dive deeper with CSIO in the latest issue of BC Broker magazine: bcbroker.texterity.com/bcbroker/lib...

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BC Broker - Strengthen your cyber knowledge with CSIO
Fraud and scams, the most common forms of cybercrime, cost Canadian businesses $567 million in 2023, according to the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security’s most recent National Cyber Threat Assessment.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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As climate change intensifies wildfire risk across B.C., and as populations ebb and flow in once-sleepy towns, the matter of fire protection has moved beyond a mere administrative detail to a central concern with wide-ranging implications.

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BC Broker - Weighing the cost of long-term resiliency
As climate change intensifies wildfire risk across B.C., and as populations ebb and flow in once-sleepy towns, the matter of fire protection has moved beyond a mere administrative detail to a central ...
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November 7, 2025 at 11:31 PM
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Join us on Nov. 19 at 10AM with Krystal Taylor, CAIB, CMGA, and get a clear overview of alternative residential construction types like log cabins, straw bale homes, geodesic domes, and Seacan (shipping container) houses.

Register here: ibabc.org/mpower/event...

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November 6, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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From October 6–11, 2025, we marked Fire Prevention Week, an international initiative led by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to educate people about fire safety.

🔗 Read more about this year’s campaign here:
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October 24, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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You can still order a #BrokersCare t-shirt!

100% of the proceeds from the t-shirt sales go to charity.

Click here to purchase your t-shirt and support Variety – the Children’s Charity:
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October 22, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Earn 1 CE credit at this year’s Trade Show with an interactive learning space featuring ICLR’s climate resilience display and PowerCheck’s home electrical showcase.

Pre-register here:
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September 18, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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🌞 The Bipper is now exploring the Kootenays and enjoying some stand-up paddleboarding along the Slocan River. A beautiful way to take in the region’s natural scenery.

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September 11, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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🥇 Thank you to our Gold Sponsors for supporting IBABC and the upcoming P&C Insurance Trade Show & Networking Forum. Your sponsorship helps us deliver an event that fosters learning, networking, and industry growth.

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September 9, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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📢 2025 Fall CAIB Courses are open for registration!

Learn virtually from home and work toward your CAIB designation this fall:

➡️CAIB 1: Oct 6–10 • 8AM–1:30PM
➡️CAIB 2: Sep 16–Nov 4 • 6–8:30PM
➡️CAIB 3: Sep 17–Oct 29 • 6–8:30PM
➡️CAIB 4: Sep 18–Oct 30 • 6–8:30PM

🔗 Register today: ibabc.org/CAIB
September 4, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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The Bipper has crossed the Salish Sea—hello, Vancouver! 👋

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September 3, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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❗Launching CAIB New Edition 1.0❗

To support the launch, we’re hosting a series of short information sessions

📅 Session dates
•Thursday, August 28
•Wednesday, September 3
•Thursday, September 4

Find the session links here: ibabc.org/CAIBInfoSess...
August 27, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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Everyone’s favourite mascot is travelling around Canada and the Bipper has finally landed on the West Coast! First stop – beautiful Victoria, with the Pacific Ocean and mountains as the backdrop to this adventure 🌅🏔️

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August 26, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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In his first article as IBABC President, Amrit Sidhu CAIB CIP shares his vision for the future of our industry — from attracting new talent and strengthening mentorship to preparing for the next ICBC/Broker Accord.

📖 Read the article here: bcbroker.texterity.com/bcbroker/lib...

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BC Broker - Building together for a strong broker force
Taking on the role of IBABC President, I’ve been thinking a lot about where our industry is headed. Some things are evolving fast.
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August 22, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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In this session with Pierre-David Oriol, we’ll explore:
🔹 Today’s cyber threat landscape
🔹 How AI is helping threat actors launch more effective attacks at scale
🔹 Practical ways to turn the tide by using LLMs

👉 Learn more and register here:
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August 19, 2025 at 10:57 PM
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The ICLR (@iclrcanada.bsky.social) and Powercheck invite you to experience a guided, one-hour tour through an interactive learning space at this year’s trade show.

🔗 Register now: ibabc.org/mpower/event...

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August 12, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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🚀 Return of the Vendors is here!

Join B.C.’s premier P&C insurance trade show Sept 23.
Explore the latest in tech, talent & resilience — and earn CE credits too.

Don't miss this full-day industry event.
🔗 ibabc.org/TradeShow

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July 30, 2025 at 11:31 PM
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At the recent G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada and other world leaders announced the new Kananaskis Wildfire Charter to strengthen efforts to prevent, fight, and recover from wildfires.

Read more in BC Broker magazine: bcbroker.texterity.com/bcbroker/lib...

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July 21, 2025 at 9:45 PM