July 24, 2024
Why Does My Boat Need a VHF Radio?
One of the most important pieces of safety equipment that every boater should have is a VHF…
July 22, 2024
Is Summer the Best Time to Review Your Business Insurance?
For businesses, summer can be a good time to review insurance coverage. Mid-year financial e…
July 17, 2024
Should New Homeowners Get Title Insurance?
Title insurance helps protect you, as the new homeowner, against challenges to the ownership…
July 16, 2024
5 Myths About Boat Insurance You Should Know
Once you get boat insurance, everything’s covered, right? No, not exactly. Marine ins…
July 15, 2024
How Builder's Risk Insurance Can Benefit Your Business
Builder’s insurance risk, also called course of construction insurance, is a type of p…
July 11, 2024
Western Financial Group Announces CEO Retirement, Appointment of New Leader
Kenny Nicholls to retire as Western Financial Group’s CEO effective December 31, 2024<…
July 10, 2024
How to Reduce Home Break-Ins with Technology
On average, there are approximately 200,000 break-ins reported each year in Canada. The aver…
July 8, 2024
What Insurance Do Drywallers Need?
As a drywaller, you measure, cut, and install drywall panels for interior walls and ceilings…
July 4, 2024
How to file a boat insurance claim
A boating incident or accident can happen anytime. For your peace of mind, you should get bo…
July 2, 2024
What is a Salvage Vehicle?
Imagine your car has been involved in a significant accident or a natural disaster like a fl…
June 27, 2024
What Insurance Do Equipment Rental Businesses Need?
If you own an equipment rental business, there can be loss or damage to the items you rent.…
June 26, 2024
How to Control Your Boat's Wake and Wash
The faster your boat goes, the bigger its wake and wash. When you control your boat’s…
June 25, 2024
Am I Covered After a Tornado Hits My House?
When a tornado touches down, it can result in devastating damage. For homeowners, the afterm…
June 24, 2024
Scaling Heights: Championing Sustainability, Conquering Kilimanjaro | Meet Brenda Anderson
Our People are doing great things to support each other, our communities, our environment,…
June 18, 2024
Does Grocery Store Insurance Protect Against Food Contamination?
Grocery stores face the constant risk of food contamination. A customized grocery store insu…
June 17, 2024
Do I Need a Float Plan for My Boating Vacation?
There are always risks when you take a boating vacation. Do friends and family know where yo…
June 10, 2024
Moving to Another Province? Here's How Your Car Insurance Covers You
Moving to a new province can be an exciting adventure, full of new opportunities and experie…
June 5, 2024
Summer Water Safety: Must-Have Pool Insurance and Safety Measures
As summer approaches, many families look forward to spending time by the pool. Whether you o…
June 4, 2024
Western Financial Group Works to Make Insurance More Approachable, Launches Giveaway Campaign
Western Financial partners with Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Canada to offer amazing pr…
June 4, 2024
Why Small Business Owners Need Life Insurance
Why Small Business Owners Need Life Insurance As a small business owner, you’re busy r…
June 3, 2024
Does Insurance Cover a Car Accident while Towing a Boat?
Picture this: You're cruising down the highway, your boat hitched securely to your car's tra…
May 30, 2024
Our President & CEO Kenny Nicholls outlines Western's acquisition strategy
Our President & CEO, Kenny Nicholls, was recently featured in Canadian Underwriter Magaz…
May 29, 2024
What Insurance Do I Need for Welding?
Welders need different types of insurance to protect themselves, their business, and their c…
May 28, 2024
Protecting Your Airbnb Cottage Rental with Insurance
Renting out your cottage on Airbnb requires specific insurance coverage to protect your prop…
May 27, 2024
Safeguard Your Ride: The Case for Anti-Theft Devices
Car theft is a real threat in Canada and Ontario and Quebec have been particularly hard hit.…
May 23, 2024
Do You Need Travel Insurance to Vacation in Europe?
If you’re planning a family vacation to Europe for this summer, remember to pack your…
May 22, 2024
Why Your Car Still Needs a Spring Tune-up
Your car has just come through winter. If you’ve been putting off a spring tune-up, it…
May 21, 2024
From Dock to Deck: How to Understand Boat Coverage in Your Cottage Insurance
If you're a boat owner, you need to understand how your cottage insurance interacts with you…
May 15, 2024
How to Insure Corporate Outings like NHL Playoff Games
When corporate employees attend NHL playoff games, there's a lot to consider beyond the exci…
May 8, 2024
What Does Boat Insurance Typically Cover?
When you get boat insurance, it covers your boat, your belongings, and your legal responsibi…
May 7, 2024
What Insurance Do Delivery Drivers Need?
Delivery drivers typically need commercial auto insurance to protect them while they're on t…
May 6, 2024
Does Home Insurance Cover Decks, Pools, and Patios?
Most of us can assume the basics are covered in our home insurance. When it comes to “…
May 2, 2024
8 Ways Boat Insurance Protects You
Boat insurance protects you and your passengers and your boat. The more you know about boat…
May 2, 2024
What Do You Know About Car Insurance Scams?
Car insurance scams try to game the system with staged accidents, fake claims, and fake or e…
May 2, 2024
What is a Joint Tenancy Agreement?
In a joint tenancy agreement, who owns your house? Joint tenancy is a form of property owner…
May 2, 2024
Western in Action: Red Deer Branch Donates Supply Overstock to Local Schools
Western's brand new Red Deer Branch opened on April 7, and the team moved to a new, optimize…
April 25, 2024
Does Boat Insurance Cover Storms and Lightning?
During boating season, storms and heavy winds can shake up your boat, whether it’s tie…
April 25, 2024
What Insurance Do Food Trucks Need?
If you sell food or drink from a truck on the street, you need food truck insurance. Insuran…
April 25, 2024
Navigating the Hustle: How to Drive Safely in Busy Toronto Traffic
In the hustle and bustle of the Greater Toronto Area, driving can sometimes feel like a high…
April 23, 2024
Why Businesses Need Sewer Backup and Overland Flood Insurance
Extreme weather events can wreak havoc on businesses, damaging property and disrupting opera…
April 22, 2024
Essential Insurance Coverage for Ontario Motorcyclists
Having the right insurance coverage is a must for motorcyclists in Ontario. Just like car…
April 22, 2024
5 Things You Don't Know About Motorcycle Insurance
Insurance for motorcycles is similar to car insurance but tailored to the specific needs of…
April 18, 2024
Wildfires: How to Prepare Your Home
Have you prepared your home for a wildfire? Being prepared for a wildfire as a homeowner can…
April 17, 2024
Does Insurance Cover My Boat that Sank?
My boat sank. Now what? Does insurance cover my boat that sank? Wreck removal insurance cove…
April 16, 2024
What Insurance Do EV Part Sellers Need?
As the automotive industry expands with electric vehicles (EVs), the demand for electronic v…
April 15, 2024
5 Things You Didn't Know About RV Insurance
Whether you're a seasoned RV traveller or a newbie to the recreational vehicle lifestyle, on…
April 11, 2024
How to Protect Your Home from a Spring Flood
Spring can bring unpredictable weather, including the potential for flooding. With melting s…
April 10, 2024
What Insurance Do I Need for My Home Cleaning Business?
Starting a home cleaning business? Congratulations! Now you need to think about insurance.…
