Personal Insurance News
September 3, 2025
Canada Super Visa Applicants: Your Guide to Emergency Medical Insurance
You’re coming to Canada as a super visa holder to be with your children or grandchildr…
September 2, 2025
Does a Tender Need Separate Boat Insurance?
Yachts and big boats can have tenders, like dinghys or smaller boats, to transport people, s…
August 22, 2025
Can My Teenager Drive My Boat?
Your teen has been out boating with you all season and you think it’s time for them to…
August 20, 2025
Car Insurance Guide for Canada Super Visa Holders
Canada super visa holders who are planning to drive must buy Canadian car insurance. Car ins…
August 20, 2025
Have You Fallen for these Driving Myths?
Most of us have heard and probably fallen for some driving myths. Read on to see if you stil…
August 19, 2025
Is Your Boat Protected with Agreed Value or Actual Cash Value?
Should you choose agreed value or actual cash value to protect your boat in the case of a to…
August 12, 2025
What Doesn't Home Insurance Cover?
Does your home insurance cover everything? No, it doesn’t. While home insurance covers…
August 11, 2025
What's a Float Plan for Boats?
You’re going on a boating vacation. Who knows where you are going? In case of an emerg…
August 6, 2025
Main Reasons for Switching Home Insurance
Should you switch your home insurance? Switching home insurance providers is a common practi…
August 4, 2025
A Marine Radio on Your Boat Could Save Your Life
You’ve got an engine problem and you and your boat passengers are stranded. You have a…
July 29, 2025
What Is Vehicle Replacement Insurance and Do I Need It?
If you've ever bought a new car or signed off on a lease agreement, chances are you’ve…
July 28, 2025
Can My Boat Catch on Fire?
Yes, your boat could catch fire. Fortunately, boat fires aren’t regular occurrences in…
July 22, 2025
Can Repairs Be Done Before Filing a Home Insurance Claim?
When unexpected damage strikes your home, it's natural to want to fix things as quickly as p…
July 21, 2025
How Does My Boat Insurance Cover Wreck Removal and Spills?
What happens if your boat sinks? What about an oil spill or leak? How does boat insurance co…
July 16, 2025
Can You Refuse a Home Inspection?
When buying or selling a home in Canada, do you really need to do a home inspection? Homeown…
July 14, 2025
What To Do if Your Boat Capsizes
If your boat capsizes, it’s a dangerous situation and it’s possible that you cou…
July 10, 2025
Fleet Insurance is Comprehensive Protection for Multiple-Vehicle Businesses
Managing a business fleet comes with unique challenges, from cost control to risk management…
July 9, 2025
Does Home Insurance Cover Tornadoes in Canada?
Tornadoes, though less frequent in Canada than in some parts of the U.S., remain a real thre…
July 8, 2025
What Are the Latest Trends in Car Insurance Fraud?
Car insurance fraud continues to be a serious issue in Canada, costing Canadians an estimate…
July 7, 2025
When Should I Use My Boat's Anchor?
The most common times to use your boat’s anchor are during severe weather and when the…
July 2, 2025
Is Home Insurance Mandatory in Canada? Why You Should Get It
Owning a home is one of life’s biggest milestones. Whether you’re buying your fi…
July 1, 2025
Can an Insurance Broker Help You Save on Home Insurance?
Yes, an insurance broker can help you save on home insurance. Brokers aren’t tied to o…
June 30, 2025
Is a Yacht Expensive to Insure?
Yes, insuring a yacht is usually more expensive than getting insurance for a smaller boat. W…
June 25, 2025
Who Pays for Water Damage in a Condo? What You Need to Know
As a Canadian condo owner, figuring out who foots the bill for repairs can feel like navigat…
June 23, 2025
Why is Boat Insurance Recommended?
Your boat is an investment, just like your car. Boat insurance is recommended to protect you…
June 17, 2025
Do Boats Need Kill Switches?
A kill switch can help prevent a boating fatality. In an emergency an engine cutoff switch a…
June 16, 2025
Should You Take Only Third-Party Liability Car Insurance?
When it comes to insuring your car, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is whethe…
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…
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…
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…
June 2, 2025
Western Financial Group Shares Expert Insights During CTV Ottawa's Financial Fitness Week
As the proud sponsor of CTV Morning Live Ottawa’s recent “Financial Fitness Week…
June 2, 2025
What Causes Boating Accidents?
Ahoy! You there, on your boat. Do you know how to avoid “Mayday” situations? Do…
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…
May 26, 2025
What's a Boat Insurance Quote?
You’re shopping around for boat insurance. You keep seeing “Get a Boat Insurance…
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…
May 21, 2025
How Car Technology Impacts Your Insurance
As cars become more advanced, loaded with features like lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise…
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-…
May 14, 2025
What's Basic Boating Safety?
The best boating is always done safely. Basic boating safety means having the required boati…
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…
May 12, 2025
Sail Away Protected with Western's Boat Insurance
Stephanie Pasmans, Assistant Manager, Underwriting for National Insurance Operations in Vic…
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…
May 7, 2025
Why You Need to Clean Your Boat in the Spring
Boating season is starting. Once you get your boat out of storage, how much cleaning and mai…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…