Personal Insurance News

October 17, 2024
Get a Winter Car Checkup in the Fall
Preparing your car for winter is essential to ensure both your safety and your vehicle&rsquo…

October 15, 2024
How to Close up the Cottage and Does it Need to be Insured?
Closing up your cottage for winter is on your fall to-do list. You’ll need to protect…

September 18, 2024
Using Technology and Insurance to Help Prevent Car Theft
Your car, unfortunately, has been stolen and it’s often difficult for police to ever r…

September 11, 2024
Why is Fall a Good Time to Buy a Car?
The end of the calendar year is typically a good time to buy a car. New car models for the n…

September 9, 2024
Insuring a Big Boat vs. a Small Boat
When it comes to insuring boats, size does matter. Whether you're insuring a nimble 10-foot…

September 4, 2024
How Does Home Insurance Cover Severe Weather?
Your home has been damaged during a severe weather event. Does your home insurance cover it?…

September 3, 2024
What cars are best for students?
Is your student going to be driving a car while away at university or college or to travel t…

August 29, 2024
Who Pays if Your Boat is Damaged in the Marina During Repairs?
What happens if your boat is in the marina for repairs and the repair company causes more da…

August 28, 2024
It's Back to School without Cellphones for Many Students
Many Canadian students will be going back in time when the new school year starts – wi…

August 26, 2024
What Kind of Insurance is Needed for E-Bikes?
Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are gaining traction across Canada, offering a convenient and ec…

August 22, 2024
Does My Child Need Sports Insurance?
School-aged children who participate in sports can benefit from having sports insurance. Thi…

August 20, 2024
What Kind of Insurance is Needed for Fishing Boats?
Owning a fishing boat comes with responsibilities --one of the most critical being insurance…

August 13, 2024
Top Factors that Affect Your Boat Insurance
Do you pay more for insurance if you have a big, expensive boat? Does size matter when it co…

August 12, 2024
Do Students Away at School Need Tenant Insurance?
Your child is going away for school this fall. How does your insurance cover your child away…

August 7, 2024
Your Questions Answered About Insurance for University Students
Your child is away at school. What kind of insurance coverage do they need away from home at…

August 7, 2024
How Weather Events Can Impact Your Boat Insurance
With extreme weather, anything could happen—from sinking with partial or total loss of…

July 31, 2024
What Insurance Do High-Performance Boats Need?
Owning a high-performance boat or a racing boat is a thrilling experience. With high speed a…

July 30, 2024
Don't Forget to Tell Your Insurer about Your DIY Projects
DIY projects can be an exciting and cost-effective way to upgrade your home, but they come w…

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 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 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 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 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 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
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 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 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…

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
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 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…