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Money and the price of indecision Jul 23rd
When we moved to Canada and bought our first car, insurance was simply another item on a very long checklist. I knew nothing about the Canadian insurance market, so I did what many newcomers do: lean on someone trustworthy. My father-in-law recommended the brokerage firm he had been using for years,.... More »
Yes, your auto insurance company can drop you. Here’s how to protect yourself against worst-case scenarios Feb 8th
A 74-year-old Brampton retiree was dumped by her insurance company after she was in two accidents, even though she says one wasn’t her fault..... More »
The Complete Package: How Much are Benefits and Bonuses Really Worth? Jun 4th
If you’ve ever had to debate the pro’s and con’s of a new job offer, or renegotiate a contract, you know it’s not always easy to evaluate the worth of a potential compensation package. Benefits and bonuses add a lot of complexity to the process; it doesn’t always come down to salary dolla.... More »
Blue Jays break new ground by acquiring premium rental Jordan Hicks - Yahoo Canada Sports Jul 31st
Blue Jays break new ground by acquiring premium rental Jordan Hicks Yahoo Canada SportsJordan Hicks and What's Next | Jays Talk Plus SPORTSNETJays pay reasonable price for hard-throwing Jordan Hicks as closer insurance. And they aren’t done Toronto StarWhat's next .... More »
What is universal life insurance? + MORE Jun 25th
Among your different life insurance options, a universal life insurance policy is one of the most complex. It requires more involvement than both term and whole life insurance policies—so you can’t simply set it and forget it. And you have decisions to make regarding how much you pay, and how th.... More »
Saskatchewan Government Insurance hits the gas on driver licence fees
– canadianbusiness.com
REGINA _ Road test fees are more than doubling for people looking to get their driver’s licence in Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan Government Insurance says the road test for a class 1, 2 or 3 licence _ which includes trucks with more than two axles and semi-trailers _ will cost $100, up from $40.
Starting Jan. 1, it will cost $55 _ up from $22 _ to take a road test for a class 4 or 5 licence, which includes cars and for a motorcycle road test.
The written examination for all licences is going up to $25 from $10.
SGI says administrative fees for services such as driver testing, licensing, appeals and vehicle inspections have not been updated in more than 10 years.
It says the fees are changing so that costs are primarily being covered by customers instead of being subsidized by all vehicle owners.
The post Saskatchewan Government Insurance hits the gas on driver licence fees appeared first on Canadian Business – Your Source For Business News.
Saskatchewan Government Insurance says the road test for a class 1, 2 or 3 licence _ which includes trucks with more than two axles and semi-trailers _ will cost $100, up from $40.
Starting Jan. 1, it will cost $55 _ up from $22 _ to take a road test for a class 4 or 5 licence, which includes cars and for a motorcycle road test.
The written examination for all licences is going up to $25 from $10.
SGI says administrative fees for services such as driver testing, licensing, appeals and vehicle inspections have not been updated in more than 10 years.
It says the fees are changing so that costs are primarily being covered by customers instead of being subsidized by all vehicle owners.
The post Saskatchewan Government Insurance hits the gas on driver licence fees appeared first on Canadian Business – Your Source For Business News.
Protect Your Home from Theft While On Vacation
– ratesupermarket.ca
[Updated Dec. 6, 2016]
It seems as if Canadians are pretty complacent with their current home security measures, or maybe we’re just home to master thieves. According to Statistics Canada, a break-in is reported once every three minutes, making break-ins one of the highest reported crimes in Canada. Whether you’re gone for the weekend or for the entire Christmas break, you want to leave your home knowing your belongings are safe.
So what’s your plan for ensuring your home is protected while you’re on your way to Cancun for the week or to the ski resort for the weekend? Here are some ways to divert unwanted attention and protect your home from theft while on vacation.
Up Your Security Ante
According to a TD insurance survey from 2013, one in five homeowners think an alarm system is sufficient to protect their house from burglars. Think again – although alarms are a good first line of defence, there are other ways to bolster security (and keep your insurance premiums from increasing due to a theft claim while you’re at it)…
