The Kenow Fire is the latest in a string of natural disasters in Alberta. The blaze – which was started by a lightning strike in B.C., crept over the continental divide in the early morning hours of Sept. 11, and within a few days would reach a size of more than 35,000 hectares. The town…
DetailsSpeeding is a big problem. It’s dangerous, and costly – in more ways than one. Speeding is a very common cause of accidents, with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimating that speed-related crashes cost the United States more than $40.4 billion per year. Speeding increases the chance of making an error, and mistakes were…
DetailsThere’s always a lot of road construction happening in Calgary and throughout Alberta, most especially during the warmer months. It’s virtually impossible to avoid road projects during the spring, summer and fall, and repair crews make their way from job to job, in the meantime Alberta drivers have to contend with road issue like potholes,…
DetailsThere’s a lot of work to planning a wedding, and everyone wants it to go flawlessly so they and their guests can relax and enjoy themselves. With so many moving parts, though, there’s a lot that can go wrong. Fortunately, different types of wedding insurance can help protect the investment you’ve made in the day…
DetailsDash cams are becoming more and more prevalent on the roads these days, and they have proven to be extremely useful to drivers. As long as you use care to never be distracted (and risk a fine and demerits on your license) while using a dash cam, there are many benefits to owning one. What…
DetailsA deductible is one insurance aspect that is present in all policies, but tends to be mostly forgotten about at the same time. When making any sort of insurance claim – whether it be for your home or auto insurance – you will be required to pay a deductible first, which, if you’re not prepared,…
DetailsThere are three major components to auto insurance in Alberta: liability coverage, comprehensive coverage and collision coverage. In Alberta, it is mandatory that each vehicle owner be covered for at least $200,000 in Third Party Liability and Accident Benefits (the vast majority carry $1,000,000 or more), medical payments ($50,000 per person), disability income (80 percent…
DetailsThere are a number of different types of coverage available for business owners in Calgary, Edmonton, Banff and throughout Alberta, each of which can be specifically tailored to your needs through your Lane’s insurance broker. Errors and omissions insurance is generally a component of a larger business insurance package that works a lot like liability…
DetailsHomes are complicated. Not only is there a lot of maintenance and upkeep involved, adding, subtracting and replacing things can make a difference in its overall value. That’s why it’s important to take a comprehensive home inventory yearly, and to make sure you keep your home insurance provider aware of any renovations and improvements. When…
DetailsStarting up and operating your own small business in Alberta can be a very rewarding experience. You can see and track the results of your hard work, which makes your effort all that much more satisfying. But at the same time, your small business can also cause a few sleepless nights. Successful business owners control…
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