Beginning on Feb. 28, Canada’s federal government loosened some border measures instituted as part of the country’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. In a Feb. 15 news release, the government described a “move towards a more sustainable approach to long-term management of COVID-19,” a positive sign that the country – and the world – may…
On Dec. 21, Canada once again enacted an international travel advisory in the face of the advance of the ultra-transmissible Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus. That led approximately 31% of those getting ready to pack up and fly out to cancel their plans, according to a survey published by RedFlagDeals.com. From Dec. 15 to…
It takes a long time to save for a vacation, and they are precious times spent with friends and family truly enjoying each other’s company and the surroundings. But no matter how much planning you do, it’s always possible something could go wrong. That’s where the importance of travel insurance comes in. Travel insurance is…
We all work very hard to be able to afford a nice vacation, and there’s a lot of planning that goes into making the most out of time away. But a lot of us tend to forget what should be an essential part of vacation preparation. Travel insurance is imperative if you’re going to be…
There’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…
Travel insurance is a must if you’re going to be headed out of Canada for a trip, and you should carry it no matter where you’re going and and how long you’ll be away. With the soaring costs of medical expenses and new threats like the Zika virus popping up around the world, you’re always better safe…
If you’re headed out of province for a vacation this summer, it is vital that you thoroughly research your travel insurance requirements. While your Alberta provincial healthcare coverage (as well as your private coverage) will continue to provide important protections, within certain limits, if you remain in Canada, it is strongly recommended that you carry additional insurance…