Sunday April 27, 2025 | VICTORIA, BC
by Mary P Brooke | Island Social Trends
Today the Insurance Corporation of BC (ICBC) issued a statement on the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu block party in Vancouver.
“We extend our deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones of the people killed and injured, and everyone in attendance at the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party in Vancouver on April 26, 2025,” David Wong, President and CEO, ICBC.
Wong further stated that the following supports are available from ICBC:
- Everyone injured in a vehicle incident is automatically covered for 12 weeks after the crash. Pre-approved treatments include counselling, psychology, physiotherapy, kinesiology, chiropractor, registered massage therapy and acupuncture. Injured customers may be eligible for additional benefits, depending on their injuries.
- Injured customers won’t need a referral from a family physician or a nurse practitioner, or approval from ICBC to access these treatments, and they may be eligible for additional care, depending on their injuries.
- Counselling is available to those impacted by this tragic event including witnesses, and family members of those injured or killed.
- Anyone in attendance that needs support can contact us directly at 604-520-8222.
“ICBC is working with health agencies to support anyone impacted by this devastating incident. We’ve established a dedicated team to respond to any claims or questions, and to ensure people can access all ICBC supports available to them during this deeply challenging time,” the CEO said.
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