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Will Your Home Survive a Wildfire?

Even if they are natural processes essential for healthy forests, wildfires nonetheless remain very frightening and damaging for any communities in their immediate reach. Each year, wildfires cause, on average, about 20,000 km2 of Canadian forests to burn, and with the risk projected to increase in […]

4 Surefire Ways to Maintain Your Roof This Winter

As a Canadian homeowner, you know all too well the damage harsh weather can have on the exterior of your home. More often than not, however, you focus your snow and ice removal efforts on the areas of your home […]

Business Insurance for Entrepreneurs

If you have invented a better mousetrap and you are ready to bring it to market, get started on the right foot with the proper insurance coverage. The right insurance package can protect your business while also offering your business […]

Tips for Senior Safety

Home safety is important at any age but with injuries to seniors most likely to occur at home, it makes sense to minimize risks around the house. Often, you’ll find that some steps to improve safety also make your day-to-day […]

Travel Insurance for Out-of-Province Travel

Most Canadians are aware that their health insurance usually won’t provide coverage when leaving the country but not everyone knows that coverage is also limited when visiting another province within Canada. If you’re planning a trip to another province, it’s important […]

How to Insure Valuables

If you have a homeowners or renters insurance policy, many people assume that their valuables are covered by their policy. That is true, but there are limits and you may want to adjust your coverage or even purchase a separate […]

​Honesty is the Best Policy When Applying for Insurance

Most of us learned honesty is the best policy as children. Even so, lessons learned are sometimes forgotten. In other cases, they might be sidestepped for expedience. A recent study found that nearly 1 in 3 people fibbed when applying […]

How to Avoid the 5 Most Common Winter Car Problems

Canada’s icy and snowy winters can be brutal on your vehicle, especially if you have to park outside overnight. These tricks will help you avoid the five most common winter car problems that drivers face. Frozen wipers: To keep your wipers […]

Homeowners Mistakes to Avoid

Owning a home gives a sense of security and independence. But home ownership also means you have to take care of maintenance. This does not mean you have to do everything yourself. It means you must be aware of potential […]

7 Ways to Save Your Business Money This Winter

With cooler temperatures upon us, it’s not too early to start thinking about ways you can cut the energy bills for your business this winter. Check out these 7 smart things you can plan to do this winter to keep […]