A Crash Course in Cycling Insurance

BC Cycling Coalition LogoThe BC Cycling Coalition conducted an educational webinar to provide BC cyclists with improved understanding of how ICBC's Enhanced Care covers cyclists in BC involved in a crash with an ICBC insured vehicles. It will help you decide when you may need a lawyer as well as provide options and information for insurance coverage with insurers like Cycling BC and private insurance providers.

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The Presenters

Bill Semrau, a broker with Gallaher Canada Ltd.

David Hay, a lawyer with Richards, Buell, Sutton LLP

Nick Van Egmond, a broker and founder of Bicycle Broker

Paul Setticasi, director of Recovery Claims Services at ICBC

Watch the Webinar on YouTube

Types of Cycling Insurance

Theft coverage for you bicycle may be part of your existing homeowner or tenant policy. There are usually limits for the value and you should make sure that your policy covers you needs.

Specialized bicycle policies may be purchased to cover high value bikes and accessories. This may be necessary to cover e-bikes.

Liability coverage is crucial if you cause an accident where someone else is injured or their property is damaged. It may be part of your homeowner or tenant policy or you may choose to purchase a dedicated policy.

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