In May 2021, ICBC and the Government of B.C. launched Enhanced Care, a new way of doing auto insurance in our province. Key changes under Enhanced Care included:
For more information on Enhanced Care, you can read Your Guide to Enhanced Care.
If your crash happened on or before April 30, 2021, your claim is not covered by Enhanced Care and will still be handled under the old system. If you have questions about your claim, talk to your claim representative.
Here's a side-by-side comparison of the former insurance system and Enhanced Care:
Yes. Non-drivers like cyclists and pedestrians don’t need to purchase ICBC insurance to be eligible to receive care and recovery benefits if they're injured in a crash with a vehicle.
Under Enhanced Care, cyclists and pedestrians have access to the same full range of care and recovery benefits as drivers, including income replacement benefits if they’re unable to work, and additional benefits in the event of a serious or life-altering injury.
As long as you’re not responsible for the crash, you can claim the damages caused to your bike from the responsible driver.
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