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Get a Winter Car Checkup in the Fall

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…

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How to Close up the Cottage and Does it Need to be Insured

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…

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Using Technology and Insurance to Help Prevent Car Theft

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…

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Why is Fall a Good Time to Buy a Car?

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…

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Insuring a Big Boat vs. a Small Boat

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…

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How Does Home Insurance Cover Severe Weather

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?…

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What cars are best for students

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…

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Who Pays if Your Boat is Damaged in the Marina During Repairs

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…

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It’s Back to School without Cellphones for Many Students

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…

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What Kind of Insurance is Needed for E-Bikes

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…

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Does My Child Need Sports Insurance

August 22, 2024

Does My Child Need Sports Insurance?

School-aged children who participate in sports can benefit from having sports insurance. Thi…

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What Kind of Insurance is Needed for Fishing Boats

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…

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Top Factors that Affect Your Boat 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…

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Do Students Away at School Need Tenant Insurance

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…

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Your Questions Answered About Insurance for University Students

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…

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How Weather Events Can Impact Your Boat Insurance

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…

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What Insurance Do High-Performance Boats Need

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…

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Don’t Forget to Tell Your Insurer about Your DIY Projects

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…

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Why Does My Boat Need a VHF Radio

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…

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Should New Homeowners Get Title Insurance?

July 17, 2024

Should New Homeowners Get Title Insurance?

Title insurance helps protect you, as the new homeowner, against challenges to the ownership…

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5 Myths About Boat Insurance You Should Know

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…

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How to Reduce Home Break-Ins with Technology

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…

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How to file a boat insurance claim

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…

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What is a Salvage Vehicle

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…

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How to Control Your Boat’s Wake and Wash

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…

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Am I Covered After a Tornado Hits My House

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…

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Does Grocery Store Insurance Protect Against Food Contamination

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…

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Do I Need a Float Plan for My Boating Vacation?

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…

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Moving to Another Province? Here's How Your Car Insurance Covers You

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…

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Summer Water Safety: Must-Have Pool Insurance and Safety Measures

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…

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Why Small Business Owners Need Life Insurance

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…

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Does Insurance Cover a Car Accident while Towing a Boat

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…

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Protecting Your Airbnb Cottage Rental with Insurance

May 28, 2024

Protecting Your Airbnb Cottage Rental with Insurance

Renting out your cottage on Airbnb requires specific insurance coverage to protect your prop…

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Safeguard Your Ride: The Case for Anti-Theft Devices

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.…

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Do You Need Travel Insurance to Vacation in Europe?

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…

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Why Your Car Still Needs a Spring Tune-up

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…

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From Dock to Deck: How to Understand Boat Coverage in Your Cottage Insurance

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…

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What Does Boat Insurance Typically Cover

May 8, 2024

What Does Boat Insurance Typically Cover?

When you get boat insurance, it covers your boat, your belongings, and your legal responsibi…

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What Insurance Do Delivery Drivers Need

May 7, 2024

What Insurance Do Delivery Drivers Need?

Delivery drivers typically need commercial auto insurance to protect them while they're on t…

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Does Home Insurance Cover Decks, Pools, and Patios

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 “…

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8 Ways Boat Insurance Protects You

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…

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What Do You Know About Car Insurance Scams?

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…

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What is a Joint Tenancy Agreement?

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…

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Does Boat Insurance Cover Storms and Lightning

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…

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Navigating the Hustle: How to Drive Safely in Busy Toronto Traffic

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…

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Essential Insurance Coverage for Ontario Motorcyclists

April 22, 2024

Essential Insurance Coverage for Ontario Motorcyclists

Having the right insurance coverage is a must for motorcyclists in Ontario. Just like car…

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5 Things You Don’t Know About Motorcycle Insurance

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…

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Wildfires: How to Prepare Your Home

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…

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