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RBC Insurance is first to offer Canadian consumers online
quote-to-purchase option for property and auto insurance
MISSISSAUGA, April 3, 2006 — A new era in online
insurance has begun - Canadians can now buy RBC Insurance
property and auto coverage where and when it is convenient
for them.
RBC Insurance is the first company to offer Canadians nationwide
the ability to get a quote and purchase personal property
and auto insurance completely online. Client interest in doing
so is clear - within minutes of turning on its electronic
storefront RBC Insurance sold its first policy.
"RBC Insurance is directly responding to Canadian consumers
looking for convenience and choice," said Stan Seggie,
president, property and casualty division, RBC Insurance.
"This online channel is truly an exciting first for RBC
Insurance and another demonstration of our commitment to put
our clients first."
With this online service, the ease and convenience of obtaining
a quote from RBC Insurance now extends to the ability to purchase.
Buying property and auto insurance directly online gives our
customers across Canada a superior client experience, distinguished
by:
- Putting clients first: RBC Insurance online is
a secure, fast and convenient option for clients seeking
a broad range of property and auto insurance coverage. Unique
features, such as a pre-authorized debit payment option
for existing RBC Insurance customers and the ability to
view a newly purchased policy online, demonstrate our commitment
to meeting consumer needs and preferences.
- Offering the broadest range of coverage options:
RBC Insurance offers a full range of property insurance
options to ensure consumers can protect the things they
value - their home, their belongings and even their financial
future. In terms of auto insurance, consumers will have
the ability to purchase coverage for extensive types of
vehicles, including recreational vehicles such as motorcycles
and motor homes. No such online offering exists anywhere
else in Canada.
To obtain a quote and to purchase property or auto insurance,
please visit www.rbcinsurance.com.
About RBC Insurance
RBC Insurance provides a wide range of creditor, life, health,
travel, home, auto and reinsurance products to more than five
million North American customers. Its fast growing home and
auto insurance business offers Canadians a comprehensive range
of personal home and auto insurance products through direct
sales channels, including over the phone and the Internet,
as well as through group insurance plans. RBC Insurance offers
a premier claims service, available 24/7 to help clients when
they need it most. For more information, please visit www.rbcinsurance.com.
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For further information, please contact:
Kathy Bevan, (416) 974-8810, kathy.bevan@rbc.com
Jo-Anne Wong, (905) 816-5583, jo-anne.wong@rbc.com
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