Here comes the sun. ‘Going green’ is no longer a fad, and more and more people are installing solar panels on homes and property. They are using solar to heat water, to generate electricity or for other tasks are an option for the environmentally aware homeowner or tenant who wishes Read more »
Survey says… In a recent report released by The Insurance Bureau of Canada, analysts estimate losses related to water damage cost insurance companies and Canadian policyholders at least $1.7 billion every year. This makes water damage one of the leading causes of property damage nationwide, and has prompted industry Read more »
With the holiday season upon us, and the party circuit in full swing, “‘tis the season” for safeguarding against costly insurance claims that can arise from hosting functions linked to your company. Even for smaller companies, there are great risks associated from serving alcohol. Whether it be a holiday Read more »
Toronto-area drivers say they would try pay-as-you-drive insurance ~ Posted on canadianunderwriter.ca/news on 2012-04-23 Two-thirds of drivers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) say they would likely try pay-as-you-drive (PAYD) insurance if it were available, notes a study by the Pembina Institute, a non-profit think tank that promotes sustainable energy Read more »
This article was originally posted here at Canadian Underwriters online on May 28, 2012. Claims costs for Ontario auto insurers remain high despite the gains realized as a result of the provincial reforms in 2010, notes the Insurance Bureau of Canada’s (IBC) submission to the Ontario Committee Hearings on Auto Read more »
Safeguarding your home office If you have been operating a business out of your home under the assumption your home owner’s insurance has you covered, you might want to read the fine print. Many small and home-based business owners who run their business from a home office do so thinking that the have Read more »
Winter weather can spell insurance disaster! You’re a smart small business owner. You pay attention to your customers needs. You pay attention to your bottom line. How closely do you pay attention to the weather? In the winter, January through March are prime season for icy conditions and that means you Read more »
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1000 Simcoe St N
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