April 9, 2025
Keep Trees Trimmed Around Your Property
Majestic old trees are beautiful, but they can also be dangerous. Falling trees and tree limbs cause millions of dollars in property damage to homes […]
What Does Fire Insurance Cover?
Home insurance policies cover several catastrophic risks, including fires and lightning. Most even cover wildfires. Yet you might wonder what to expect from your insurance […]
February 5, 2025
Top Causes of Electrical Fires
“Knob-and-tube” wiring, “60-amp electrical services” and “fuse boxes” are different types of outdated electrical systems found in older buildings. Insurance companies often “red flag” them […]
December 18, 2024
Our Unbearable Camping Adventure or A Wild Encounter: Our Bear-y Close Call in the Canadian Wilderness
My most memorable across Canada road trip story was a family camping trip in our van. There were 5 of us. Two parents and three […]
December 5, 2024
A Porch Pirate’s Paradise?
In today’s fast-paced world, convenience is king. Online shopping has revolutionized the way we shop, allowing us to order everything from groceries to electronics with […]
May 16, 2024
Home Fire Safety: Be FireSmart
FireSmart is the number-one mitigation program for wildfire in Canada. It’s a set of guidelines for people who live and work near the Wildland Urban […]
May 15, 2024
Home Fire Safety: The Inside Story
On a quiet Sunday in June 1886, the newly incorporated city of Vancouver was destroyed by fire. Twelve years later, a fire started on New […]
April 26, 2024
Take an Umbrella
Life is unpredictable. As careful as we try to be in our own activities, we can’t control the actions of others, nor the damage to […]
