Extreme Weather on Prairies This Year Caused Nearly $2B in Insured Damages: Report
Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba faced 10 major weather events in 2026, the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) said.
TL;DR
- Over $1.8 billion in insured damage from extreme weather on the Prairies this year.
- Heavy rain and flooding caused the majority of losses, differing from typical years.
- Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba were impacted by 10 major weather events.
- Edmonton experienced record rainfall in June and July, making it especially hard-hit.