Grant Ostir CIO Times Article

June 11, 2025

CEO Grant Ostir Graces CIO Times Magazine Cover

Western Financial Group is honoured to share this month’s CIO Times Magazine, which fe…

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Roofing Contractor Insurance

June 11, 2025

What Insurance Do Roofers Need?

Having enough business liability is key to your insurance package for roofers. Roofers&rsquo…

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Canada Travel Insurance

June 10, 2025

Do Canadians Need Travel Insurance for Canadian Travel?

You’re taking a vacation, but you’re not leaving Canada. Do you need travel insu…

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Vacant Property Insurance

June 10, 2025

Do Vacant Business and Residential Properties Need Insurance?

Vacant properties often fly under the radar when it comes to insurance coverage. Owners can…

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How Do Boats Get Stolen?

June 9, 2025

Do Boats Get Stolen?

Could your boat be a target for theft? Your boat can become a target for theft due to its va…

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Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup 2025

June 5, 2025

Will the Edmonton Oilers Bring Stanley Home in 2025?

Elbows up! Canada is taking on the U.S. with hockey sticks, not tariffs. This leads to the q…

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Switching Business Insurance

June 4, 2025

When Should You Change Your Business Insurance?

Your business insurance isn’t working hard enough for you? You’re unhappy with y…

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Beyond Coverage: How Western Empowers Resilient Communities

June 4, 2025

Beyond Coverage: How Western Empowers Resilient Communities

Canadian Environment Week is celebrated on the first week of June, serving as a crucial remi…

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 How Liability Insurance Protects Your Daycare

June 4, 2025

Does Your Childcare Centre Have Business Liability Insurance?

If you operate a childcare centre, having enough business liability insurance is needed to p…

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Childcare Centre Insurance Canada

June 2, 2025

Western's Childcare Centre Insurance Program Offers Customized Protection

Western Financial Group has decades of experience protecting Canadian childcare centres. Wes…

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Life Insurance Options

June 2, 2025

What's the Most Popular Type of Life Insurance?

In Canada, the most popular type of life insurance is term life insurance. Term life insuran…

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What causes boating accidents?

June 2, 2025

What Causes Boating Accidents?

Ahoy! You there, on your boat. Do you know how to avoid “Mayday” situations? Do…

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Professional Movers Moving Company Insurance

May 28, 2025

Does Your Moving Company Have Enough Business Liability Insurance?

Moving companies need to protect themselves from lawsuits when they’re packing, moving…

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Mileage Savings Car Insurance

May 27, 2025

Fewer Kilometres, More Savings? How Mileage Affects Your Car Insurance

Does how much you drive actually affect what you pay for car insurance? The answer, in many…

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What Information is Needed for a Boat Quote

May 26, 2025

What's a Boat Insurance Quote?

You’re shopping around for boat insurance. You keep seeing “Get a Boat Insurance…

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Does My Home Insurance Cover Hail Damage

May 21, 2025

Does My Home Insurance Cover Hail Damage?

Hail has pelted your home and damaged the siding and cracked a window. Is hail damage covere…

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Does Car Tech Increase Car Insurance Premiums

May 21, 2025

How Car Technology Impacts Your Insurance

As cars become more advanced, loaded with features like lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise…

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Electric Boat FAQ

May 20, 2025

Should I Buy an Electric Boat?

It’s not a yes or no answer. It depends on your boating activities and whether an eco-…

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Basic Boating Safety

May 14, 2025

What's Basic Boating Safety?

The best boating is always done safely. Basic boating safety means having the required boati…

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Common Home Insurance Claims Canada

May 13, 2025

What are Canada's Top Home Insurance Claims?

Do you know what are the most common home insurance claims in Canada? The top home insurance…

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Western Restaurant Partnership

May 12, 2025

Western Announces New Partnership with the British Columbia Restaurant and Food Services Association

High River, AB, May 12, 2025 – Western Financial Group is proud to announce our new pa…

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Western Boat Insurance Canada

May 12, 2025

Sail Away Protected with Western's Boat Insurance

Stephanie Pasmans, Assistant Manager, Underwriting for National Insurance Operations in Vic…

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Fleet Insurance Canada

May 12, 2025

What is Fleet Insurance? A Guide for Business Owners in Canada

Does your business have 5 or more vehicles? Do you have fleet insurance? Fleet insurance cov…

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DEI Partnerships at Western Financial Group

May 9, 2025

Purposeful Partnerships: Making An Impact TOGETHER

Partnerships are essential in addressing the multifaceted challenges that communities encoun…

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Mark Missal Farm Insurance

May 8, 2025

Western's Farm Insurance Has Roots in Our Communities

Mark Missal, Director, Sales, in Saskatchewan for Western Financial Group, answers our ques…

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Western Partnership with CAM

May 6, 2025

Western Announces New Partnership with the Canadian Association of Movers

High River, AB, May 6, 2025 – Western Financial Group is excited to announce a new par…

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Insurance for Deck and Fence Companies

May 6, 2025

What Insurance Do Deck and Fence Companies Need?

Running a deck and fence company comes with its fair share of risks. Do you have enough busi…

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Car Kill Switch Theft Prevention

May 5, 2025

Will a Kill Switch Stop My Car from Being Stolen?

A kill switch can prevent car theft, but it's not a foolproof solution on its own. The kill…

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What Insurance Does My Fundraiser Need

April 30, 2025

Protect Your Cause with Fundraising Insurance

When you’re organizing a spring fundraiser, you’ll need to consider different ty…

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April 29, 2025

Red Flags When You're Buying a Used Boat

Is buying a used boat like buying a used car? Yes, there are similarities when it comes to p…

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How Home Insurance Helps Protect Against Wildfires

April 29, 2025

Does Home Insurance Cover Wildfires? Understanding Wildfire Insurance Coverage

When wildfires strike, they can devastate homes, properties, and entire communities. If you…

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Does Business Liability Insurance Minimize Risks to Hotels

April 28, 2025

How Hotel Insurance Can Minimize Risk

Guests, suppliers, and members of the public are in and out of your hotel constantly. Your h…

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How Does Extreme Weather Affect Home Insurance

April 23, 2025

Can Severe Weather Increase My Home Insurance Premiums?

Unfortunately for homeowners, severe weather can be a factor that increases home insurance p…

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Does Wedding Planning Include Getting Insurance

April 22, 2025

How to Plan a Wedding and Should It Include Insurance?

Planning a wedding can be one of the most complicated and expensive events you'll ever organ…

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Nautical Terms that Boaters Should Know

April 21, 2025

What Nautical Terms Do You Need to Know for Boating?

What’s the left side of the boat called? You should know at least the basic nautical t…

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Western Financial Group's focus for Earth Day 2025

April 21, 2025

Earth Day 2025: Building Resilience and Bringing Awareness

Western Financial Group’s Aleisha Apang and Cheska Ronquillo answer our questions abou…

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April 17, 2025

Western Financial Group Champions Earth Day with Community Cleanup Initiatives

The Western Communities Foundation, the non-profit arm of Western Financial Group, is proud…

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Everything You Need to Know About Car Rentals and Insurance

April 16, 2025

Everything You Need to Know About Car Rentals and Insurance

You need to make sure that your rental car is covered for damage, theft, and liability. If n…

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April 15, 2025

The Future of No-Fault Insurance in Alberta

Western Financial Group’s VP of National Insurance Operations, Bart Robinson, is featu…

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Does Home Insurance Cover Wind Damage?

April 15, 2025

Wind Damage and Downed Power Lines: What Does Home Insurance Cover?

When extreme weather strikes, Canadian homeowners may wonder if their insurance policy cover…

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What Insurance Covers a Boat Trailer Accident

April 14, 2025

Does Car Insurance Cover a Boat Trailer Accident?

Unfortunately, you’ve had a car accident while you’re towing your boat. Your day…

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April 9, 2025

Weathering the (Trade War) Storm: Why Canadian Insurance Matters More Than Ever

In a time when cross-border tariffs loom on the horizon, Canadians are facing a new landscap…

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Will Home Insurance Pay for a Cracked Foundation

April 9, 2025

Are Foundation Cracks Covered by Home Insurance?

Foundation cracks are not automatically covered by standard home insurance policies because…

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Motorcycle Safety Tips for Beginners in Canada

April 8, 2025

Beginner's Guide to Motorcycling: Insurance, Safety, and Gear

So, you’re thinking of learning to ride a motorcycle this year. For new riders in Cana…

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Jeff Zanolli Q&A

April 7, 2025

Preparing for the Future with Life Insurance

Jeff Zanolli, VP, Financial Services, answers key questions about Western Financial Group&rs…

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How Does Liability Insurance Protect My Boat

April 7, 2025

Does My Boat Need Liability Insurance?

Many Canadian marinas require proof of liability insurance to dock your boat and use their f…

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April 2, 2025

Western Financial Group CEO Grant Ostir Charts Bold Growth Strategy After 90 Days at the Helm

HIGH RIVER, Alberta, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Western Financial Group ("Western")…

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How to Insure Your Recreational Vehicle Repair Business

April 2, 2025

What Insurance is Needed for RV Repair Businesses?

Running an RV repair business comes with unique risks. Whether you’re fixing mechanica…

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