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Your guide to household fire extinguishers

Fire is one of the leading causes of home insurance claims — but luckily, it’s also one of the most preventable.

How to detect a natural gas leak in your home

Natural gas is one of the safest fuels to use in your home, but if you have a faulty or poorly installed appliance or gas line, a leak can occur.

Why it’s important to update your insurance address if you’re moving

To call Canada’s recent real estate market ‘feverish’ seems like an understatement. It’s intense, with many people on the move due to the freedom of remote work.

What happens if you get into a car accident outside of business hours?

If your vehicle has been damaged in a collision, one of the first things you should do is contact your insurance company, no matter what time it is. Most insurance companies have phone lines that are open 24/7.

How to maintain a vehicle you don’t drive often

From cutting out a commute to putting a car in storage for the season, there are plenty of reasons why you might not be driving your vehicle as often as you used to.

Stronger stunt/aggressive driving penalties in effect across Ontario

As of Thursday July 1st 2021, stronger stunt driving penalties are in effect across the province of Ontario.

Things to remember before you rent out your cottage this season

Renting out your cottage can be a great way to let someone else enjoy your home away from home as much as you do — and make a little extra cash while you’re at it.

Speeding Seatbelt Tickets

Speeding tickets and failing to buckle up – What they cost beyond the fine.

How to get your boat ready for summer

After sitting in storage over the winter, your boat needs to be cleaned and prepped before it spends another summer in the water.

Backwater Valve 101

A sewer backup can be caused by anything from clogged or grease-filled drains to tree roots, collapsed sewer lines, or heavy rain — and once a backup begins, it can do a lot of damage. Installing a backwater valve can minimize your risk of having backed up sewage flow into your home.

Ten items to keep in your home emergency preparedness kit

Some severe weather events may require you to evacuate your home at a moment's notice, while others could leave you stuck at home for days on end, potentially even without power or running water.

How to clean your gutters and downspouts

Your home’s gutter system is critical in directing rainwater away from your roofline and protecting your home’s roof, walls, and foundation from damage.

COVID-19 INSURANCE RELIEF

At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, CAA Insurance announced that all customers would receive a rate reduction and have continued this promise into 2021.

A Crash Course in Minor Collisions

You hear the sound of crunching metal, your heart is racing, your palms are sweating - you’ve just been in an accident. It’s minor and thank goodness no one has been injured, but what now?

Seven tips for successful spring cleaning

It's that time of year againthe birds are singing, the sun is shining,

What do the hazard symbols on household chemical products mean?

From drain cleaner to windshield washer fluid to cooking spray, you likely have a variety of chemical products in your home and garage.

Seven Tips for Safer Night Driving

It’s no secret that driving at night can be more dangerous than driving during the day.

Q&A: Does my home or tenant insurance policy cover my partner if they move in with me?

From coordinating moving truck rentals to making extra space in your closet, there’s a lot to do before your boyfriend or girlfriend moves in with you, and sorting out your insurance coverage should be near the top of your list.

Seven Tips to Avoid Package Theft

It’s no secret that package theft is on the rise across the country.

Beware of On-Line Pandemic Scams

According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, since March 2020, over 8,500 Canadians have been duped by pandemic-related scams with an estimated cost of $7 million. Here's how to protect yourself from fraud.

Golden Rule to Protect your Vacant Property

Are you spending this summer at the cottage? Are you selling or renting a home that’s still sitting on the market? Or do you have an out-of-province property that you won’t be able to visit due to travel restrictions?

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