Ottawa has seen its share of natural disasters over the last couple of years. From the tornadoes to extensive flooding in 2019 and 2017. Here are some tips on what to do following a disaster. SAFETY FIRST Get out of harm’s way as soon as possible Check your surroundings for
Whether you are starting a major project or updating the look of your home, renovations may affect your home insurance. Following these steps before renovations start will help ensure that your biggest investment is always properly protected. Research potential contractors Check their qualifications, references and request proof that they have
Riding season is upon us! Here’s some advice to keep you safe on the roads this season. Take a riders training course. Whether you are a new rider or have years of experience a riding course will help you fine tune your skills and teach you the latest techniques Dress
Uber drivers have some coverage through Uber’s commercial policy with Intact Insurance. Here is how it works. Uber’s commercial policy with Intact is broken down into three phases. Phase 1 is when an Uber driver is logged into the Uber app and is available to accept passengers. Phase 2 is
What started as a way for roommates to cover their rent has now turned into a $31 billion dollar company. If you are one of the many people renting out a portion of your home to make some extra cash, have you told your insurance broker or insurance provider? Renting
Spring will officially arrive this week. Spring showers bring May flowers, however they also tend to bring spring flooding. Before that happens you will want to check your insurance policy to make sure you have appropriate water damage coverage. Waiting until the flooding starts is too late to add coverage.
Identity theft has been on the rise in Canada for the last seven years with 19,584 cases being reported in 2018. Many of us assume that it will never happen to us. But are you sure you have taken all of the necessary precautions? Here are some tips to help
Being involved in a car accident is stressful. The shock of it will make it difficult to think clearly at a time when you need to make quick determinations and collect the information your insurance company will need. Here are some quick tips of what to do following a claim?
Slips, trips and falls are among the most common and most expensive liability claims against business owners. As an occupier of a commercial premise you are required to keep aisles, stairs, walkways, driveways and parking lots reasonably safe for people visiting your property. If reasonable steps are not taken to
A winter storm can cause widespread power outages and leave you stranded at home for days without access to community services. Be better prepared this winter by following these preparedness tips. Know Winter Storm Warning Levels Becoming familiar with these terms will help you determine if you need to prepare