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News and resources for Canadian small businesses and startups covering the economic and business insurance landscape.

  • Commercial auto insurance in Canada

    What Is Commercial Auto Insurance in Canada?

    Most personal car insurance won't cover accidents or damage when you're using your vehicle for business. Discover how a commercial auto policy protects your ride – and why it's essential if you drive for work.

  • What Type of Insurance Do IT Consultants Need?

    IT consultants require comprehensive insurance to minimize financial, legal, and operational risks and avoid financial turmoil. Get a straightforward overview of how to protect your IT services business.

  • COI

    What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI)?

    A certificate of insurance (COI), or proof of insurance certificate, summarizes your business insurance coverage and proves your business has liability insurance. Without it, you could be missing out on many opportunities. Here’s what every business owner should know.

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What Is Vicarious Liability?

By |June 21st, 2024|

Business owners can be held financially liable for the damages or negligence caused by the actions or inactions of third parties. Here’s how you can protect your company from vicarious liability risks.

Small Business Tips

How to Do a Business Name Search in Canada

By |May 30th, 2022|

A catchy business name can create brand awareness, drive customer loyalty and sales, and eventually help you attract the talent you need when it’s time to hire employees. Here are the steps you need to take to register and protect your company’s name.

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5 Common Winter Business Insurance Claims

By |November 27th, 2024|

Accidents and mishaps leading to insurance claims can happen to any business owner at any time, but winter weather can raise the stakes considerably. Here are five wintertime claims our clients had to contend with and how their insurance coverage helped them recover.

How General Contractors Can Price a Job

By |November 25th, 2024|

Customer quotes allow contractors to set expectations and ensure a project goes smoothly and satisfactorily. However, pricing too low won’t cover your costs, and pricing too high risks not scoring the job. See our guide for tips on how to strike the right balance.

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