Rise in commercial auto thefts

Although much has been made about the rise of personal vehicle thefts, the Toronto Police Service has observed that commercial car theft has gone up as well in recent times. Why have thieves started targeting commercial vehicles? And what can you do to protect your company vehicle?  If your business has a commercial fleet or […]

How rising lumber costs may leave your building uninsured

Has the cost of adding a new patio or purchasing hardwood been flooring you lately? If so, you’re not the only one who’s been noticing the rising cost of building materials. According to CTV, the price of lumber has tripled since March of 2020.    And to make matters worse, the increased cost of renovating […]

Insurance for Non-Profit Organizations

As the leader of a non-profit, you’re in a unique position where your job allows you to spend every day working towards a greater cause.  But even so, between constant funding concerns and the grant application process, a lawsuit would be impossible for many non-profits to recover from financially. Having the right insurance for your […]

Understanding Builder’s Risk Insurance

Do you own a construction business? Are you a licensed contractor? If your answer to either of those questions is “Yes.”, then you know how important it is to make sure that you have the right insurance going into projects. Should builder’s risk insurance be a must-have on your project to-do list? Does it make […]

What a “Hard Market” in Insurance Means for Your Business

Have you ever wondered why commercial insurance premiums go up during some years but not others? If your rates are going up and you’re having a harder time renewing your insurance policy, you may be in what’s known as a hard market. What is a hard market and how does it affect your business?  Here’s […]

Auto Insurance Discounts: Are you Qualified?

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Insurance companies often offer reduced auto insurance rates to certain drivers. Are you eligible for a discount? Keep reading to find out.   If you’re like most Canadians, your car is one of your most valuable personal assets. As you already know, auto insurance is a key part of protecting the financial investment you’ve made in […]

What to Know About Real Estate Insurance Valuations

Whether you’re insuring your home or your small business, having an accurate real estate insurance valuation matters. Keep reading to learn more. What is a Real Estate Insurance Valuation? Just like the name says on the tin, a real estate insurance valuation appraises how much a property is worth. This is important because in the […]

What is Pet Insurance and Do You Need it?

In 2020, Radio Canada International observed that while more people than ever were interested in owning pets during the pandemic, there appeared to be a corresponding wave of criminal activity and pet theft. And even in non-pandemic times, you can never be too careful when it comes to your fur babies. Do you want to […]

Electronic Vehicles: What you Need to Know

In recent months, more and more Canadians have been exploring the possibility of getting an electric vehicle. And on paper, there’s a lot to like about the idea of not paying for gas ever again. But are electric vehicles practical for Canadians? Should you be looking into the idea more closely? Here are some key […]

How Insurers are Helping Small Business in Ontario

Thanks to the pandemic, 2020 was a hard year for Canadians and small businesses alike. And as a small business owner, nobody would blame you for wondering how the insurance industry has been offering support during these hard times.  Are insurers taking action? Do insurers have any plans to roll out supports for businesses in […]

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