Personal Insurance News
October 23, 2025
Top Insurance Questions Answered for Canada Super Visa Holders
As a Canada super visa holder, protecting your car and your personal belongings with insuran…
October 21, 2025
Do Smart Homes Need Cyber Liability Insurance?
As Canadian homes become increasingly connected, the line between physical security and digi…
October 16, 2025
Should Canada Super Visa Holders Have Baggage Insurance?
What happens if your baggage gets lost on your way to Canada as a super visa holder? Does yo…
October 15, 2025
How Car and Home Insurance Protect You on Halloween
Halloween can be more than a little spooky because sometimes there’s vandalism. Did yo…
October 14, 2025
Does Farm Insurance Cover Severe Weather?
When you run a farm, weather isn’t just scenery. Severe weather events like windstorms…
October 9, 2025
What to Know About Buying Super Visa Medical Insurance
A minimum of $100,000 in emergency medical travel insurance is a requirement for Canada supe…
October 8, 2025
Condo Insurance for Newcomers to Canada
You’re bought a condo and now you need to insure it as a newcomer to Canada. Did you k…
October 7, 2025
Wrapping Up Boating Season: Your Insurance Guide
Boating can be pleasant in October, but you may want to get a jump on the weather and get yo…
October 2, 2025
Should Canada Visa Super Holders Have Trip Cancellation Insurance?
Yes, it’s recommended that Canada super visa holders have trip cancellation insurance.…
October 1, 2025
How Does Farm Insurance Cover the Farming Family's Home and Possessions?
For many Canadians living on a farm, the lines between home and business are blurred. The fa…
September 24, 2025
Canada Super Visa Holders' Guide to Tenant Insurance
You’re renting a home, condo, or apartment as a Canada super visa holder. Tenant insur…
September 23, 2025
Navigating Parking Lot Accidents: Your Car Insurance Explained
Parking lots are a common backdrop for minor fender benders, but even a low-speed collision…
September 17, 2025
Should Super Visa Holders Get More Than Minimum Emergency Travel Insurance?
You need a minimum of $100,000 in private emergency medical insurance as a Canada super visa…
September 16, 2025
What Do You Know about Home Insurance? Test Yourself
Home insurance doesn’t cover everything, but it does provide a lot of protection for y…
September 15, 2025
FAQs about Car Insurance
Get a personalized quote and save on your car insurance with Western Financial Group. Combin…
September 15, 2025
Is Your New Home Protected? Home Insurance for Newcomers to Canada
You’re in Canada to start a new life and you’re buying a home. You’ll need…
September 10, 2025
Should Canada Visa Super Holders Have Trip Interruption Insurance?
What if you need to return home sooner than planned as a Canada super visa holder? Trip inte…
September 9, 2025
Can the New Owners Take Over My Home Insurance Policy?
If you're preparing to sell your house, it’s good to know what will happen to your hom…
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…