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Spring Thawing; Protect your home from flooding

According to the Global Risk Institute the costliest impact of climate change affecting Canadians isresidential basement flooding. With springtime on the horizon homeowners need to be cautious as therise in temperature could result in spring thawing and lead to flooding. Living near bodies of water,creeks, and rivers escalate the risk

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Planning your Next Road Trip

A little forward planning can make the difference between an enjoyable road trip and a disastrous one. Before heading out, ensure your vehicle is up to the task. Book an appointment with your mechanic at least a few weeks in advance to ensure all fluids (oil, washer fluid, etc.) are

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Winter Home Maintenance

During winter, many homeowners are taking the necessary steps to protect the outside of their homesfrom extreme weather. But, what about the inside? Ensure you remain comfortable and safe when thetemperatures drop by taking a few proactive steps and brushing up on safety measures. Then, you canhunker down and enjoy

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High Rise Fire Safety Tips

This is fire safety week. With more people living in high rise apartments and condos its important to know what to do if a fire occurs in your building. Here is how to best protect yourself and those around you: If there is a Fire in your Unit What to

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Ontario Driver’s License System Explained

What license do I require? What are the restrictions on this license? These are questions we hear often from parents of new drivers and from drivers moving from outside of the province.  Below is a list of the various class of licenses in Ontario and some of their restrictions. CLASS

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Builder’s Risk Policies

You have the plans, the permit and the material is ready to be delivered, but do you have insurance? Purchasing insurance is an integral part of your project. Losses incurred during the construction process can be financially devastating. Whether you are building new or renovating an existing building, you should

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The True Cost of a Traffic Ticket

We hear it often, “But it was just a minor ticket!” At the time a minor ticket might appear to be just that, until you receive your insurance renewal. Most companies include a minor conviction discount in your premium. This discount can be up to 15% and all it takes

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Service Line Coverage

As a homeowner you are responsible for the underground service lines that run from the city property line to your home.  These lines include your water line, electrical/telecom line and sewer line and can become costly to repair or replace. Your standard home insurance policy does not cover you for

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5 Sources of Product Loss & Prevention Tips for Wholesalers

Product: Fires, floods and other natural disasters can take out your inventory in a matter of minutes. To reduce the risk make sure you have a fire prevention strategy in place, an emergency response plan and strong housekeeping and maintenance practices. Theft: Warehouses are at a high risk for burglary

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Severe Weather Preparedness for Boaters

Boating is fun way to enjoy the warm temperatures of spring and summer. But it is also an activity that takes place when we tend to have more severe weather. Having a plan and preparing your boat ahead of severe weather will help ensure that you get to enjoy the

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