CompaniesManitoba Public InsuranceCompany OverviewContactAbout Manitoba Public InsuranceLatest from Manitoba Public InsuranceAuto InsuranceDistracted Data: MPI reports more distracted drivers in 2024 in province than in past five yearsManitoba Public InsuranceWinnipeg, Manitoba – Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) has revealed that more drivers had their licence suspended in 2024...April 2, 2025TowingTowing Timelines: Manitoba Public Insurance introducing multi-company diversified towing model in WinnipegManitoba Public InsuranceWinnipeg, Manitoba – Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) has announced that it will be expanding its towing model to a diversified...March 25, 2025Auto InsuranceINSURANCE NEWSFebruary 28, 2025NewsWelcomes of the Week: CARSTAR expands footprint in Winnipeg, opens new downtown locationCARSTAR CANADAFebruary 7, 2025Auto InsuranceDriving Disputes: MPI counters study claiming Manitoba recorded 85 percent more driving injuries than national averageWinnipeg, Manitoba – Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) has reportedly countered the findings of a study shared by Preszler Injury Lawyers that originally stated that Manitoba recorded 85.4 percent more driving injuries than the national average. Using data from Transport Canada’s National Collision Databases, the study originally attributed the record number of injuries in the province […]January 3, 2025Auto InsuranceFraudulent Findings: MPI reports top five instances of attempted auto fraud in 2024Winnipeg, Manitoba — Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) has once again released its top five instances of automotive fraud in 2024, highlighting driver’s creative and often outrageous attempts at gaming the system. In the recently released report, the public insurance provider indicates that the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) saved Manitoba ratepayers $15 million in attempted auto […]January 3, 2025HomeBALANCING ACTTHE 2024 INSURER REPORT CARD PAINTS A PICTURE OF SEESAWING RELATIONS Story by ALLISON ROGERS It takes collaboration to achieve success, especially in the intricate world of insurers and repairers. This collaboration often culminates in a delicate dance where cooperation teeters on the edge of contention. In the ever-evolving landscape of insurers and repairers, the […]December 13, 2024Collision RepairTurkey Troubles: Thanksgiving weekend sees increase in fatal collisions due to distracted driving; up 40 percent, says OPPToronto, Ontario — The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding drivers to fend off the potentially negative consequences of a turkey coma and stay aware while driving, as the Thanksgiving weekend routinely sees an increase in collisions due to distracted driving. According to original reports from CTV News, the OPP advise that “deaths linked to […]October 11, 2024Collision RepairInternational Talents: Canadians James Bartel, Gabrielle Leclerc compete at WorldSkills Lyon 2024Lyon, France — The highly anticipated 47th annual WorldSkills Lyon 2024 competition has begun, where skilled tradespeople from across the globe have gathered to compete for the title of the best in their trade. Canadian collision repairer James Bartel and car painter Gabrielle Leclerc are in Lyon, France, following months of training with industry-leading representatives. […]September 11, 2024Auto InsuranceInsurance Insights: MPI seeking consumer and industry feedback on current insurance modelsWinnipeg, Manitoba — Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) is currently seeking public and industry feedback on insurance rate changes that would reward safer driving and make riskier driving more costly. Specifically, the public insurer is seeking feedback on changes to the basic insurance model in the province after the Public Utilities Board directed MPI to look […]August 14, 2024TrainingWorldSkills Prep: Team Canada autobody repair competitor trains with Color CompassWinnipeg, Manitoba — Team Canada’s WorldSkills Lyon 2024 autobody competitor, James Bartel, is busy training for the international competition, which is just over a month away. Justin Zelinski from Color Compass conducted a training session for Bartel at the Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) training centre last week. According to WorldSkills expert Bill Speed, Bartel will […]July 26, 2024Auto InsuranceFire Frustrations: MPI Gateway Service Centre temporarily closes due to unexpected fireWinnipeg, Manitoba — Due to an overnight fire that occurred on June 19th, Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) has announced that the Crown corporation’s Gateway Service Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba will be closed until further notice. In a service announcement, MPI specifically commented that “the location will remain closed for front counter services, including vehicle registration […]June 21, 2024HomeREGIONAL NEWS | MANITOBAINTRODUCING INCENTIVES Manitoba’s newly elected New Democratic Party (NDP) government has now tabled its first budget, which includes electric vehicle (EV) incentives of up to $4,000. This incentive program represents the first time that the province has offered EV rebates. The program will specifically offer a $4,000 rebate for new EV and plug-in electric hybrid […]June 19, 2024HomeCREATING A COLLABORATIVE CONVERSATIONAutomotive Trades Association of ManitobaATA of Manitoba’s Denis Cloutier, Norm Bruneau and Renee Sicotte with Renee Cable, Minister of Advanced Education and Training for Manitoba, and Jamie Moses, Minister of Economic Development, Investment and Trade and Minister of Natural Resources for Manitoba. How engaging in government policy is essential for collision repair success Column by NORM BRUNEAU As a […]June 19, 2024Auto InsuranceHail-Caused Havoc: MPI opens temporary hail-related damage claims centre; ATA and repairers cite multiple factors creating delays in repairsWinnipeg, Manitoba — Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) recently announced the opening of a temporary hail-related damage claims centre following a storm in the Winnipeg area last week. Specifically, on Wednesday, the Crown corporation announced the opening of the centre at 1981 Plessis Rd. which will offer hail-related damage claims Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. […]May 23, 2024
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