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Cyber security for small businesses
Cyber Insurance and Protection DYK – According to Statistics Canada survey, 20%-25% of businesses in Canada admit they were breached. This statistic could be closer to 50% if we include…
10 changes your home insurance company needs to know about
From getting a new roof to starting a home-based business, there are certain changes you need to share with your home insurer to make sure you have the right coverage…
How to prevent your hose bib from freezing
The outdoor faucet where you connect your hose (also known as the hose bib) can easily freeze in the winter if it isn’t properly drained. If water is left inside…
10 tips for a safe winter road trip
It’s no secret that many Canadians like to fly to warmer destinations for a little snow-free R&R in the winter months. But this winter, most of us will be staying…
Back to Business
We partnered with @cookhouse.labs to bring you the Back to Business Virtual Summit, designed to empower small business owners with access to expert knowledge and community support at NO COST…
Cell phone security
We use smartphones and tablets for everything, from banking to sharing photos of our families — and generally speaking, most of us know how to keep them pretty secure. But…
Protecting your identity
What is Identity Theft? Identity theft is the process of stealing information or essentially their identity. They often use this information to commit financial crimes such as draining your bank…
Spring Home Checklist
The beauty of winter gives us an excuse to head south for some sun, take on winter sports, or simply curl up in a warm cozy ball binge-watching a Netflix…
Reporting a car accident
Getting into an accident is an extremely stressful situation and something we would prefer avoiding entirely. Unfortunately, accidents happen and Breckles Insurance Brokers has some good tips to keep you…
Halloween candle safety
Candles are a great way to make your house feel more inviting, or help create a spooky ambiance. But candles can also be a serious fire hazard. In addition to…
“Do Not Disturb” while driving
Surprising statistics continue to bring attention to distracted driving and nearly 3 out of 4 Canadian drivers admit to driving distracted. According to the government of Ontario’s distracted driving statistics,…
Fall leaf cleanup
We chose the neighbourhood we live in because it is a mature area with unique homes, some larger lots, some heritage homes and very mature trees. Many of the streets…
Be Flood Ready
Local flooding continues to be a challenge to deal with and we want to connect with you to discuss the importance of being “Flood Ready”. Imagine the burden a flood…
Prevent Animal Collisions
How to prevent collisions with animals Far too often, do we hear about collisions occurring with animals on the road. Imagine happily driving along at night when all of a…
Car Survival Kit
Some items you want to include in your car in case of an emergency: • Jumper Cables • Flares or triangle reflectors • Backup supply of motor oil • First…
Farm Insurance: loss prevention for safe growth
Here are some loss prevention tips from our friends at Intact Insurance. • Inspect and repair concrete stave silos before filling. • Be sure to inspect the roofs on…
Office Loss Prevention Tips
Avoid overloading of electrical outlets, particularly in older buildings equipped with fuses instead of circuit breakers. If existing electrical service is inadequate, ensure that any required electrical modifications are done…
General Commercial Crime Prevention
Ensure that all exterior doors have deadbolt locks with a minimum one inch bolt into the strike plate. Secure exposed exterior door hinge pins to prevent their removal. Protect all…
How to Prevent Vehicle Theft
Although you can not ensure your vehicle will not be stolen you can take a few easy steps to prevent the likelihood of it happening, by making it more difficult…