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Many Canadians think they’re insured against all types of water damage. The truth of the matter is that home insurance in Canada does NOT cover storm
surges and overland flooding (overflowing rivers or lakes). This brochure outlines water damage that is and isn’t typically covered by home insurance. |
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Do you know how much your possessions are worth? |
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Wildfires are a real and present danger, especially if you live in a grasslands region or a heavily forested area. However, you can take measures to protect your family, your home or your business. Let’s look at these measures step by step. |
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In Canada, tornado season typically runs between March and October, with activity peaking in late June or early July. Often accompanied by thunder, lightning and high winds, these dangerous storms leave a path of destruction in their wake. |
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Over 60% of British Columbians live in a region where some of the largest earthquakes in the world occur. Because we don’t know exactly when an earthquake will happen, it is important to PREPARE NOW! |
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As an owner, you have title to your own unit, as well as a share in common property such as the lobby, rooftop patio, swimming pool, parking garage and other amenities. |
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Question to ask your insurance representative. |
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A house is often the single largest financial investment you can make. Without insurance, your most valuable asset is vulnerable to fire, theft and other disasters. |
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Disaster, whether natural like a tornado or man-made such as a power outage, can strike at any time, in any place. While it’s impossible to stop disasters from happening, you can increase your readiness for them. This guide can help. |
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Heritage properties connect us to the past. Amid rapidly modernizing times, they remind us of where we come from. Owning a heritage property is a wise investment in Canada’s history and a stewardship that is recognized within the community. |
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In British Columbia, the word 'strata' is synonymous with 'condominium'.
Typically, strata unit ownership is divided by the walls, ceiling and floors
within the building and includes any improvements to your unit. Strata unit
owners experience some of the best aspects of both home ownership and
renting; you have title to your own unit, as well as a share in common property.
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Oil is used for heating homes and businesses in some parts of the country, especially Atlantic Canada and Quebec. For safety’s sake, it is necessary to take some precautions to avoid an oil spill. Otherwise, serious environmental and financial consequences could result. This brochure is intended as a guide to help you avoid those consequences. |
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Protect your most valuable asset. Make sure your home insurance is up to date with the checklist and tips in this brochure. |
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In a word, yes! Get the details on what tenant’s insurance covers, the type of coverage you need and when you will
need it. |
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Did you know that insurance for your vacation property works a bit differently than insurance for your primary residence? |
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Learn the telltale signs of a marijuana grow-op, what your insurance policy covers if your rental property sustains damage, and how to protect yourself from grow-op damage and other liabilities. |
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Canada’s increasingly severe weather means that basement flooding and water damage are becoming more common. Learn how to protect your home and your property. |
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This brochure aims to answer some common questions about the importance of the rain barrels, the basics on how to install them, and the value of emptying them regularly.
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You can take steps to help protect your home. This brochure provides helpful information to
help prevent fire and theft. |
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Learn what mould is and how it spreads as well as ways to keep mould from damaging your home and affecting your health. |
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Use this home inventory worksheet to record information about your possessions in case they need to be replaced after a fire or other catastrophe. |
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Get the facts about storm surges, flooding and insurance in Atlantic Canada. |
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Thinking about participating in Ontario’s microFIT Program? Find out how to insure your renewable energy project. |
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This calendar includes important information to help you lead a safer life
and protect your property on the road, at home and at play. |
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