Vancouver, B.C.: The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia is appointing Jason McDaniel as president and chief executive officer.
McDaniel has been serving as interim president and CEO since June 2025. He joined the ICBC in 2006 and has held several senior leadership roles, including vice-president of operations, chief legal officer and corporate secretary. The appointment was made official January 6, 2026.
In a statement, board chair Catherine Holt said the decision was unanimous and cited McDaniel’s experience and leadership during a period of significant change at the Crown corporation. She pointed to his role in the ICBC’s transition from a litigation-based auto insurance system to the Enhanced Care model, which came into effect in 2021.
Under Enhanced Care, most vehicle injury claims are handled through a no-fault system that provides care and recovery benefits directly through the ICBC, rather than through lawsuits. The model was introduced to reduce legal costs, improve access to benefits and stabilize insurance rates.
McDaniel said his time as interim CEO has focused on listening to customers, stakeholders and employees across the province. He said those conversations have shaped the ICBC’s priorities as it works to modernize services and improve the customer experience.
He also highlighted upcoming changes to the the ICBC’s digital offerings, including the launch of a new online customer portal that will consolidate multiple services in one place. McDaniel said improving digital access is part of a broader effort to deliver more customer-focused services while keeping insurance affordable and supporting road safety, sustainability and Reconciliation.
The ICBC is British Columbia’s public auto insurer, providing basic auto insurance, driver licensing, vehicle registration and related services across the province.
