Zensurance Small Business Insights
News and resources for Canadian small businesses and startups covering the economic and business insurance landscape.
Recent posts
How to Protect Your Point-Of-Sale (POS) System From Fraud
Businesses utilizing point-of-sale (POS) terminals and software for financial transactions are susceptible to fraudulent activity. See our tips for preventing POS fraud and get an overview of the types of insurance that can cover your losses if it happens to your company.
8 Ways to Protect Your Home-Based Business
Thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs do what they do from their residential dwellings. However, even home-based business owners need to consider damage and liability risks. See our tips for minimizing these threats.
What Is Course of Construction (COC) Insurance?
It’s not uncommon for contractors to wonder if they need course of construction (COC), builders’ risk, or contractors’ all-risk insurance. Get a clear explanation and quick overview of what this vital protection provides builders, renovators, and property owners.
Does Your Business Need Automotive Garage Insurance?
When a customer visits your automotive shop and entrusts their car, SUV, or truck to you for service or repair, they expect you to treat their vehicle carefully. But that doesn’t mean accidents or mistakes won’t happen. Here’s how insurance can help when things go wrong.
How to Protect Your Business or Profession From Negligence Claims
No business owner or independent professional wants to be accused of professional negligence, but it happens. See our tips for avoiding this situation and how insurance can help if you receive a negligence claim or are subject to a lawsuit.
What Type of Insurance Do Moving Companies Need?
The summer season, with its increased demand for professional moving companies, is the perfect time for movers to secure the insurance they need. The time is now. Here’s why.
Small Business Tips
Digital Marketing for Plumbers: How to Grow Your Business
Plumbers are trained to know the ins and outs of water pipes and how to find and fix leaks. But marketing may be a head-scratcher. Here’s how you can gain more customers and stand out from the competition.
How to Open an Etsy Shop
Eager to establish your startup business using Etsy, the e-commerce marketplace? Read our detailed guide on how to get your Etsy store online and positioned for success.
4 CASL-Compliant Ways to Use Email Marketing to Grow Your Business
Email marketing is one of the fastest and most cost-efficient ways to capture the attention of potential customers. Learn 4 CASL-Compliant tips to grow your business through email marketing.
Insurance
Why Small Businesses Should Consider Commercial Crime Insurance
An estimated 45% of small businesses in Canada were directly affected by crime and safety-related issues in 2024, and theft was one of the most common issues they faced. Theft takes many forms and can be internal. Here’s how commercial crime insurance may help.
New Year, New Coverage: Why Small Businesses Should Review Their Insurance Policies
Insurance policies are typically one-year contracts with your insurer that must be renewed yearly. January provides an opportunity to ensure your coverages align with how your business has changed or may change in the coming months.
Our Top 10 Business Insurance Blog Articles in 2024
Read the 10 most-read blog articles on the Zensurance Small Business Insights blog in 2024 that captured the attention of Canadian business owners and entrepreneurs as you make plans to grow your business in 2025.