Alberta returned to Step 1 from Step 2 of its “Path Forward” out of the COVID-19 pandemic on April 6 due to concerning high numbers of cases of the disease, which has unfortunately prolonged the province’s economic recovery. There is no business operating as usual in Alberta right now. Retail services must only allow shoppers…
A rural property in Alberta is a dream come true for many. There are huge skies, rolling green hills, and the majestic Rocky Mountains in the background. There’s more than enough room for everyone to feel as though they have their own private sanctuary outside of Alberta’s major cities, but living semi-remotely comes with its…
At this time last year, things were looking pretty dismal for the Calgary real estate market. When the city first entered full lockdown mode in April, house sales ground to a near halt. There were only 573 total sales of attached, detached, and apartment-style homes, down from 1,544 (or 63%) from 2019. On May 1,…
Albertans are known for making the most out of their outdoor spaces during the few warm months we have, and there are many professionals out there eager to help. Landscaping is a solid summer business for many in the province, and landscapers are currently revving up their lawnmowers, sharpening their blades, cleaning their tools, and…
Driving downtown can be nerve-wracking. There’s a lot to watch out for. Short blocks, one-way streets, a lot of traffic lights, and pedestrians crossing everywhere means drivers have to pay a lot of attention, all the time. Add that to the fact that Calgary now has both cycle tracks and bike lanes and driving in…
A little more than a year ago, when Canada was first plunged into the pandemic, many in the insurance industry were wondering if COVID travel insurance would become a reality. Today, it seems like a perfectly reasonable – and very smart – option for those who must leave the country. COVID travel insurance is now…
Car prowlers are essentially filling orders for high-end buyers overseas, street racers here on our own turf, and chop shops looking for parts. They are fast learners who are always looking for a faster, better way to steal your vehicle, and, unfortunately, technology is helping them get away with it. A recent CBC article says…
The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) was established in 1964 and is the national industry association representing Canada’s private home, auto, and business insurers. They consolidate information from customers and industry, and government representatives, to help provide a full picture of insurance in Canada. Every year the IBC puts together a list of the top…
As if 2020 wasn’t bad enough, with a global pandemic changing lives and livelihoods for at least the foreseeable future, it was also a very bad year for severe weather incidents. And once again, Alberta is holding steady at the top of the country for insured damages. A mega storm hit Calgary on June 13,…
A year and a half year ago, before the pandemic threw a wrench into car-buying altogether, electric vehicle sales in Alberta were lagging, and not necessarily because of lack of interest. An August 2019 CBC.ca article titled, “Want to buy an EV? Slow down there, we’re in Alberta,” states that at the time there were…