News - MPI

For the first time in 10 years, Manitoba Public Insurance has asked the Public Utilities Board for an increase to Basic Autopac rates.

A new road safety public awareness campaign is being launched by the province to encourage drivers and cyclists to be more aware of each other while travelling on Manitoba’s streets and roads.

With the football season fast approaching, an additional 2,500 Winnipeg Blue Bombers specialty licence plates are now available.

Glen Allan Jesshope of Winkler was fined $2,500 after he was found guilty of trying to defraud Manitoba Public Insurance.

MPI reports that on average, three cyclists are killed and more than 250 injured yearly in Manitoba as the result of being involved in a crash with an automobile.

More than 600 drinking drivers have been removed from the road over the last three years as a result of the RoadWatch program which is funded by Manitoba Public Insurance.

With Manitoba experiencing a 7.8 percent increase in collision claims last year, Canada Road Safety Week should be the catalyst for drivers to self-evaluate their driving behavior, says Manitoba Public Insurance.

Due to overland flooding, which is now affecting some areas of the province, Manitoba Public Insurance is encouraging vehicle owners to protect their vehicles.

Avid fishermen and outdoor enthusiasts will soon be able to purchase a speciality Fish Futures trailer licence plate.

Motorcycle owners and even more fans of the Winnipeg Jets will soon be able to purchase their favourite specialty plate.