Alberta fines State Farm $45,000
Companies facing charges for failing to file automotive insurance reports
Advertisements offered consumers six months free auto insurance and 50% savings
Error denied discount to 3,800 customers
Error denies discount to 27,300 customers
International firms to implement polices for 2005
Nine companies sanctioned by Alberta regulator
Amendments aimed at enhancing competition in optional insurance market
Seeks comment on how to address rising premiums
Proposals intended to create level playing field