September 18, 2024

So You Just Started Your Own Business – Congratulations! Everything you need to set yourself up for success.

Whether you’ve just achieved your lifelong dream of building a business from the ground up or are venturing out to start a new career chapter, starting a company on your own is no small feat! We understand that there can be so many unknowns when it comes to figuring out […]

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March 8, 2024

Wind Damage – is your business prepared for the worst?

Many Ontario residents and business owners were caught off guard and impacted by sudden and intense windstorm events that have occurred over the past few years. Here is some information that could help protect your livelihood as we head into the windy months ahead. There are several types of storms […]

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January 25, 2024

McFarlan Rowlands partners with Quandri: Automated Solutions & Support

Within the past year, the implementation of Quandri has led to a transformative shift within McFarlan Rowlands. As a result of rapid growth over the past five years, both organically and through mergers and acquisitions, we discovered there were new challenges presented to our frontline brokers in terms of managing […]

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September 25, 2023

One to Watch – Kelsey Hazelton named IBAO Rising Talent Finalist and IBC Rising Star Award Recipient

We are proud and excited to share that Kelsey Hazelton (Commercial Marketer, York St.) has been named a finalist in the 2023 IBAO Awards of Excellence Rising Talent category. She has also been recognized as an IBC Rising Star award recipient, naming her one of The Best Young Insurance Professionals […]

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September 22, 2023

Everything you need to know about Garage and Commercial Auto Insurance.

What is commercial/garage Insurance? So you’re a new owner of an auto repair garage – congratulations! There are so many things to consider as you get your business set up and operating. Don’t let the stress of being properly covered slow you down. Today, we’re sharing what we know about […]

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May 4, 2023

Understanding Flood Coverage – Is your business protected?

Floods—the costliest natural disaster in terms of property damage—can be caused by commonplace occurrences such as melting snow and ice, high lake or river levels, heavy rains, and thunderstorms. Last year, 25 communities across the province were forced to declare a state of emergency due to flooding causing a significant […]

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December 12, 2022

Preparing your business for winter weather

Reduce your company’s vulnerability to the cold season and its associated risks by taking action before and throughout the winter. Winter weather such as dangerously low temperatures, strong winds, ice, sleet and freezing rain can cause significant damage and disruption to your business. We recommend that you take action to […]

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January 20, 2022

Trucking Insurance 101

Trucking is an integral part of our economy and has become increasingly so due to online shopping and high demand to have products delivered right to your doorstep. During the course of day-to-day operations, a lot can happen and potentially go wrong. At McFarlan Rowlands, our experienced brokers are ready […]

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November 3, 2021

Real Estate Investor Insurance: Let us be a part of your team!

What is Real Estate Investor Insurance? Investing in real estate can be a very exciting and profitable venture. Some do it full-time, generating revenue by investing in real estate, while others have unrelated full-time jobs and only invest in real estate on the side as an additional way of making […]

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July 5, 2021

Small Business Insurance Part 2:

Have you started your own small business? Congratulations! There is so much unknown when it comes to what you need to protect in the case of an unforeseen loss. Let us take that stress off your plate, while you continue doing what you do best. In our experience, there are […]

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