No one wants to lose their home or possessions due to a house fire. It is a devastating event that can take months – or even years to recover from.  Fire awareness week is October 6 to 12, and is a good time to learn more about preventing and recovering from house fires. Most house fires seem to occur between November and March1, making October a great time to enhance your knowledge. Staying mindful and alert to any potential dangers in your home is the key to preventing a fire before it starts.

Trees are beautiful and provide the oxygen our planet needs. However, it can be hard to appreciate that beauty if you come home and find that one has fallen on your car. If this happens to you, you might ask yourself, “Which insurance policy will cover this – my home insurance or car insurance? And does it make a difference if the tree belongs to me or my neighbour?”  

OTIP and the Ontario Teachers’ Federation (OTF) have recognized three outstanding Ontario teachers with the OTIP Teaching Award for excellence.

It is an exciting time; your children are graduating into the next stage in their lives – post-secondary education! For many, this is the first time your children will be out on their own. As exciting as it might be, you need to ensure that your children are protected and that there are no surprises when it comes to insurance coverage.

10 common home insurance myths debunked. 

Did you know that a single infraction involving a school bus can affect your car insurance premiums? Road safety, especially related to school buses and children, is very important. This importance is reflected in insurance company policies, which penalize drivers who do not exercise proper caution around children. The best course of action is to familiarize yourself with the rules of the road, and to remain vigilant around school zones and buses.

There are a variety of reasons why you might need to add documents or further information to an existing online claim that has already been submitted to your group benefits plan.

Whether you ride to work on a bus, train, or drive your own set of wheels, commuting can be stressful and time consuming. Relieving this stress can help you prepare, or unwind from a long day. Believe it or not, there are apps you can download on your smartphone that can help!