January 30, 2026

Preparing for Extreme Weather in Ontario: A Winter 2026 Guide

Canada’s climate has always been diverse, but in recent years, extreme and unpredictable weather has become more common — especially here in Ontario. As we move through the winter months, many homeowners are already feeling the effects of a winter that includes fluctuating temperatures, heavy snowfall, freezing rain, and mid-winter […]

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January 30, 2026

So You’re Planning on Doing Some Renovations – How Home Improvements Can Affect Your Insurance

Spring in Ontario is the perfect season for home renovations – whether you’re upgrading your furnace to withstand the harsh winters or adding a new bathroom to accommodate growing family needs. But before you start tearing down walls or installing that backyard pool, it’s essential to consider how your renovation […]

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November 14, 2025

So You Just Bought Your First Rental Property? Here’s What You Need to Know About Insurance in Ontario

Owning a rental property can be a rewarding investment, offering the potential for passive income and long-term growth. However, it also comes with unique risks that can impact your finances and peace of mind. As a landlord, protecting your property, your tenants, and your financial future should be a top […]

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November 11, 2024

So You Just Welcomed Your First Baby – Congratulations!

We are here to help have those important conversations to make sure you understand what those ‘what ifs’ really mean.

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April 19, 2024

So You Just Bought Your First Home – Congratulations! Everything you need to know about property insurance

The whole process can be a bit overwhelming, especially for someone who has not experienced it before. Insurance Brokers represent a group of insurance companies offering hundreds of different products and services at the right price for their client.

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April 4, 2024

Spring Cleaning Checklist

Spring is in the air and there’s no better time to organize your home, clean it, and get it ready for a new season. It’s also a good time to tackle clutter in the home, restock important supplies, update your home inventory and inspect for any potential issues or surprises. […]

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March 7, 2024

Understanding Flood Coverage – Is your home 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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February 15, 2024

Prevent Damage to Your Home by Preventing and Removing Ice Dams

Ice dams are a common winter roofing problem that many are faced with. If the problem is ignored it can cause extensive damage to your roof, paint, gutters, interior, or dry wall. What is an ice dam? An ice dam is caused when snow melts on the upper warmer parts […]

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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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May 21, 2023

Cottage Season Is Here! Protect Your Home Away from Home

Did you know that how you use your cottage or vacation home affects the type of insurance you need? Cottage insurance is not quite the same as home insurance, and having the coverage you need to protect your home away from home depends on a number of factors, including whether […]

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