Risk Management
Peterborough County works to identify, assess and prioritize risks, and works to minimize, monitor, and control the probability and/or impact of unfortunate events.
An effective risk management practice does not eliminate risks, however by putting into place a wide range of programs that engage employees across all departments, we aim to create a community and workplace that emphasizes safety.
If you choose to make a claim to Peterborough County for property damage or personal injury, you must provide written notification as specified in the Municipal Act 2001. Please see below for more information on the County's claim process.
Making a Claim | ||||||
If you choose to make a claim to the County for property damage or personal injury, you must provide written notification as specified in the Municipal Act 2001. Notifying your insurance provider of the loss is the best way to protect your interests. Failure to notify your insurer at the onset of the loss may prejudice your right to recover under your insurance policy. In some situations, you are required to place the County on notice within 10 days of the incident. To ensure that your claim meets the notice requirement, please complete the Make A Claim form within the 10 day period. Claims will be investigated without prejudice, based on the facts as they present themselves and under standard legal practices and principles. The personal information collected to investigate your claim is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001, C.25 and will be disclosed to staff and service providers who require the information to investigate your claim against The County of Peterborough. Questions about the collection of this personal information should be directed to the Manager, Legislative Services/Clerk, 470 Water Street, Peterborough, ON K9H 3M3 or 705-743-0380 Fraudulent claims cost all taxpayers. The County will prosecute all fraudulent claims to the full extent of the law.
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Claim Handling Process | ||||||
After a notice of claim is received, Peterborough County will provide acknowledgement of receipt. Depending on the nature of the claim, you may then be contacted by an insurance adjuster for more information.
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