Wildfire Insurance Recovery Workshop - Penticton Toyota

For those who have experienced a major loss, the weeks and months that follow can bring an overwhelming number of questions about insurance claims, rebuilding, replacement costs, temporary living expenses, permits and the many decisions that need to be made along the way.

This community Q&A is intended to bring affected community members together with people who can help provide information, answer questions and offer practical guidance as the recovery process moves forward.

Insurance Recovery Community Q&A

Tuesday, August 25 at 6:00 PM

Penticton Toyota
2405 Skaha Lake Road
Penticton, BC V2A 6E8

Who Should Attend?

This event is intended for residents, farms and businesses that have suffered severe or total losses as a result of the Bald Range Fire.

Invited guests include insurance adjusters, local builders, architects, contractors, District of Summerland staff, engineers, RDOS staff and members of the community who have experienced severe or total wildfire losses.

What Will Be Covered?

The evening will cover a wide range of topics related to insurance recovery and rebuilding, including:

Preparing Your Building Claim

• Scope of repair
• Extensions of coverage for debris removal, code work, separate structures and landscaping
• Tender process
• Time frames
• Plans and engineering
• Permit process

Preparing Your Personal Property Claim

• Preparing your personal property list
• Aging and conditioning and what they mean
• Depreciation and what it means for your claim
• Making replacement cost claims
• Time frames

Rebuilding and Replacement

• Rebuilding on-site or elsewhere
• Purchasing a replacement home

Additional Living Expenses

• What is covered
• What is considered equivalent
• Fair rental value strategies
• Farm policies

Understanding Policy Terminology

• Bylaws
• Single Limit
• Guaranteed Replacement Cost (GRC)
• Suit Time

The goal of the evening is to provide practical information and an opportunity for affected community members to ask questions as they navigate the recovery process.

RSVP and More Information

Seating is limited, so RSVPs are encouraged.

To reserve your spot or for more information, please email salny@pentictontoyota.com or call 250-493-1107 and ask for Salny.