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The biggest car insurance myths, according to experts Oct 31st
The auto insurance world is rife with misconceptions, experts say, and not knowing fact from fiction could end up costing drivers thousands of dollars.
There are several reasons why insurance myths exist, said Steven Harris, licensed insurance broker and LowestRates.ca expert. “(Insurance.... More »
Will your travel insurance cover U.S. flight chaos? + MORE Nov 12th
As the U.S. government shutdown leads to thousands of cancelled flights, some Canadian travellers find themselves caught up in the stateside travel chaos. But there’s a chance that even those who bought trip insurance might be left holding the bag. More than 8,300 departures south of the borde.... More »
Better Coverage, Lower Cost: Find the Right Health and Dental Plan Oct 19th
When Was the Last Time You Reviewed Your Plan?
If it’s been a while, you could be missing out on new discounts, waived waiting periods, and enhanced coverage options. Whether you’re self-employed, between jobs, transitioning to retirement, or simply looking for better value, now’s the perfect.... More »
What to do when you get laid off
– moneysense.ca
At 7.1%, Canada’s unemployment rate is the highest it has been in four years and people in a variety of sectors have been feeling the pinch. A job loss is difficult for a lot of reasons. On top of the personal feeling of rejection, there can be many decisions to make involving legal, tax, insurance, investment, and cash-flow matters. Here is a rundown.
Statutory vs. common-law severance
In every province and territory, there are statutory minimum payments that you are entitled to receive as an employee whose employment is terminated. This is called termination pay. This generally applies after three months of continuous employment and is meant to provide a safety net after you are let go without cause. Termination pay is generally a certain number of weeks of salary per year of service up to a maximum.
Beyond this minimum payment, employers may also offer severance pay. This compensation is beyond the statutory minimum and based on common-law entitlements—basically, what you might get if you went to court…
