Why are snow tires critical for driving on Ontario roads?
Sometimes, we never know what we’re going to get for winter weather in Ontario. One temperature fluctuation can be met with a snowstorm on a day to day basis. So, when it comes to driving during Ontario winters, having the right tire is crucial. From black ice to heavy snowfall, […]
Read MoreAccident Forgiveness: Your “Get out of jail free” card
What is Accident Forgiveness? Your “Get out of jail free” card Let’s say McFarlan and Rowland get into an accident, one of them is holding a get out of jail free card while the other is not. This ‘get out of jail free” card in insurance terms is called accident […]
Read MoreHow are insurance companies supporting you through COVID-19?
The first question our brokers were asked when COVID-19 hit in March of 2020 was, ‘what is my insurance company going to do for me during this time?’ And with Ontario subsequently dealing with wave two and wave three of the pandemic, we’re seeing the need for insurance companies to […]
Read MoreWhat are Insurance companies doing about COVID-19?
Insurance companies are taking different approaches to COVID-19 assistance. That’s why a Broker is your best ally.
Read MoreDigital Pink Slips are coming to a smartphone near you
Drivers in Ontario now have the option of presenting a digital copy of their insurance slip. The Government of Ontario announced yesterday that digital pink slips can be used as proof of insurance, effective immediately. This announcement provides Ontarians the choice and convenience of displaying their proof of insurance using […]
Read MorePrepare to pay $1000 or more on a distracted driving fine
According to the Ministry of Transportation, more repercussions for distracted driving now make Ontario the province with the toughest penalties for repeat distracted driving offenders. Ontario’s Transportation minister said the law “allows the province to address unsafe driving behaviours, including careless driving and impaired driving with tough new rules […]
Read MoreNew Impaired Driving Laws in Place
New impaired driving laws are set to be in place today. What’s the deal? Canada’s new impaired driving laws will make our roads “among the strongest in the world.” Police officers now have the power to test anyone pulled over with a roadside breathalyzer test, without needing reasonable suspicion as […]
Read MoreReduce Distractions While you Drive
We’ve all been there. You know you should be concentrating on the road but then you get a notification on your cell phone – a text message? An email? Suddenly, it’s that easy to take your eyes off the road and steal a glimpse of your phone. With the OPP distracted […]
Read MoreTelematics and Usage-Based Auto Insurance
What is Usage-Based Insurance? Usage-based insurance is a new way to price auto insurance and is gaining popularity in the industry, but many consumers have questions regarding what it is, how it works, and if they should consider it. The term usage-based insurance refers to a new way to calculate […]
Read MoreWhat to Do After a Motor Vehicle Accident
Being involved in a motor vehicle collision can be a traumatic event for all parties involved. To ensure you know the proper steps to take, we recommend printing this booklet and storing it in your car. If you are involved in a motor vehicle collision remember: – Stay calm – […]
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