Ryan Bentley Achieves Prestigious FCIP Designation
Today we are celebrating the success of one of our team members. Ryan Bentley, a commercial account executive, has earned the prestigious designation of Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional (FCIP) from the Canadian Insurance Institute.
Read MoreQuick Tips on Water Damage Recovery
Winter in the Algoma Region this year was filled with severe blizzards, ice storms and other extreme weather. As days start to warm, freeze thaw conditions may lead to another round of water damage this spring. Here are a few helpful tips on what to do if your home or property becomes water damaged.
Read MoreExtreme weather changes Water Damage Insurance
Last Fall, extreme weather conditions resulted in many families within the Algoma Region experiencing water damage in their homes and on their property. This extreme weather is now considered by the insurance industry as the new normal.
Read MoreDistracted Driving – A Growing and Dangerous Trend in North America
There are many studies and statistics on this topic. Distracted driving has been around for years. Early distractions included eating or drinking while driving, adjusting climate or entertainment systems, applying make-up or checking your appearance in internal mirrors and the most obvious situation is with distractions created by interaction with other passengers in the vehicle.
Read MoreWhy get Cyber Risk Liability Coverage?
“There are only two types of companies: Those that have been hacked and those that will be.” In 2012, the average cost of a data breach was $8.9 million. 50% of attacks in 2012 were aimed at businesses with fewer than 2,500 employees and 31% were targeted at businesses with less than 250 employees. A […]
Read MoreChanges to Snowmobile Act – What You Need to Know
Snowmobiling is both an exciting recreational activity and a method of winter travel in Ontario. In Spring 2001, changes to the Motorized Snow Vehicles Act and supporting regulations, and the Trespass to Property Act were made to enhance snowmobile safety and enforcement, and improve trail sustainability. This information package identifies these changes and outlines how […]
Read MoreDo you know about Depreciation Insurance?
Everyone knows that as soon as you drive a new car off the lot its value starts to depreciate, and the more kilometres you put on, the more its value drops. That’s a reality of car ownership, however…
Read MoreHow Covered is Your Newest Vehicle?
You’re so proud of your new car; between driving it around to show friends and family, and preparing for a cross-province trip to test out the wheels, a couple of weeks have gone by since the purchase. Have you forgotten anything?
Read MoreHow private is your insurance information?
Have you ever stopped to think about just how much personal information your insurance company has about you, including your…
Read MoreWhy Your VIN Code is Important
You open your mail and there is the infamous “120 day letter” from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO). You have four months to get your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) corrected, before your license plate expires. Huh? Why is your VIN so important?
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