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Q & A for Small Business Owners

Operating a small business comes with enough risk that you should not be worried what will happen if the worst were to occur. Your commercial insurance policy should provide you with some peace of mind that you can recover from a loss.These are some of the questions we are commonly

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10 Tips for Working from Home

Secure Your Wi-Fi Network Be sure to set a unique password for your Wi-Fi instead of using the generic one that comes with the router. Maintain Regular Hours Set a schedule for when you will be working, dealing with the kids or getting things done around the house and try

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Steps to take After Disaster Strikes

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

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Motorcycle Safety Tips

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

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Home Sharing & Your Insurance

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

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Are you Protected from Water Damage?

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.

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Tips to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

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

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You have had a Car Accident – Now What?

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?

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4 Things to do Before you Leave on Vacation

It’s the star of a new year and many of us in Ottawa are looking to break up the long cold winter with a trip to a sunnier destination. Before you leave, here are some tips to protect your home and car while you are gone: Make your Home Look

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What is Umbrella Coverage and Why you Need it

What is it? No we are not talking about buying insurance coverage for the umbrella sitting in your closet. Personal Umbrella coverage is liability coverage that kicks in when the liability coverage you have on your existing auto or property policy is exhausted. It helps cover legal fees associated with

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