The rise of ridesharing is changing the face of urban transportation in municipalities across the world. While it’s presented people with more options for getting around, it’s also created headaches for legislators and insurance companies. Ridesharing services aren’t regulated the way the taxi industry is, and from the very beginning, there have been questions about…
DetailsKnowing what to do after an auto accident is essential, for both legal and insurance reasons. This is true regardless of whether you or another driver is primarily at fault. Steps to Take Immediately Following an Accident Here is what you should do in the immediate aftermath of a collision: Stop. Bring your vehicle to a…
Details“Green driving” can lead to major fuel savings and lower vehicle insurance rates, not to mention being better for the environment and safer overall. Cut Idle Time Environmental agencies cite idling as one of the most damaging practices drivers engage in. When your car’s ignition is on but you’re not moving, you are still emitting…
DetailsInsurance companies are in the business of calculating and mitigating risk, and that principle guides every policy and decision they make. When you’re buying car insurance in Calgary, your broker or provider is sure to ask you a few questions. Here are nine of the most common, and the reasons why we ask them: 1.…
DetailsSmoke, carbon monoxide and water detectors save lives — and expensive repair costs. Fire safety experts say that functional smoke detectors cut your risk of injury or death in a home fire in half. Carbon monoxide gas is virtually undetectable until it’s too late, and so detectors are absolutely essential in every home. And water…
DetailsKeeping your home insurance in Calgary as affordable as possible means avoiding claims, and with summer upon us, now is the time to look at some of the season’s most common property hazards. Being aware of the risks and taking proactive steps to avoid them is the best strategy for a claims-free summer. Flooding and…
DetailsThey say there are two seasons in Canada: winter and “construction.” It’s virtually impossible to avoid road projects during the summer, and it’s the law in Alberta that motorists be extra cautious when driving approaching a construction zone. Alberta, like most other Canadian provinces, has introduced a system of increased fines to deter motorists from moving…
DetailsExperts are predicting that the Fort McMurray wildfire will be the costliest disaster in Canadian history from an insurance perspective. According to the Financial Post, the final insurance bill could be as high as $6 billion. Even the most conservative estimates place the total damages at $2 billion, which tops the catastrophic Alberta floods of June, 2013. …
DetailsChoosing an insurance broker in Calgary is a smart move for anyone looking for great rates and a service guarantee that always protects your best interests. Purchasing your coverage through a broker rather than directly from a provider buffers you against the risks and pitfalls that can stem from the incomplete knowledge most people have about…
DetailsThe horrible Fort McMurray wildfires have garnered international media attention for their scope, size and impact. The entire city and surrounding areas remain under an evacuation order, and more than 80,000 people have been displaced. Although there has been positive news as of late in that it’s been reported that 85 percent of the city has…
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