CNS Closure
CNS (Canadian Northern Shield) Is Closing. Canadian Northern Shield (CNS) is an insurance company founded in 1985 and based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Since then, they have provided various types of insurance to thousands of clients across British Columbia. In 2007, CNS was acquired by Royal & SunAlliance (RSA). However, RSA and all its assets […]
ICBC Decal Elimination & Introduction To Online Renewals
Get ready for two new changes to ICBC this weekend! As of May 1st, 2022, BC drivers will no longer be required to display insurance decals on their license plates. After May 1st, you can remove your decals, cover them with any color of plain material, or you may legally continue to display expired decals. […]
Marine Insurance Explained For Beginners
Basic marine insurance will protect you in the event of loss or damage. This insurance covers non-commercial vessels such as yachts, sailboats, private fishing boats, cruise boats, and related leisure boats. Other small ships, such as canoes and kayaks, are not covered by marine insurance but can be covered by your extended home insurance. What […]
Driving Safety Tips To Avoid Accidents & Insurance Claims
With the warmer spring and summer weather rolling in, you’re probably starting to creep outside a little more, and that usually means a lot more driving. Perhaps you are planning some road trips or summer vacations as well. Here are some driving safety tips to keep in mind to help you stay safe from car […]
Top Boat Safety Tips For When You Hit The Water This Summer
As warmer spring and summer weather approaches, we are excited about spending and enjoying more time outdoors. If you are a boat owner, taking your boat out on the water is now top of mind. But before you hit the water this season, remember some top tips to keep you and your boat safe! Have […]
ICBC Renewal Process Is Now Quick, Safe & Easy. Call Us!
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and customer feedback, ICBC is rolling out a new quick, safe, and easy way to renew your car insurance virtually and over the phone! Read on to learn more, and call us at Harbord to get your renewal processed. ICBC Renewal Process: 100% Virtual The new ICBC policy renewal process […]
Local Fire Shows Importance Of Having Renters Insurance
A local Langford, B.C. couple hopes to remind tenants who rent to consider renters insurance after a fire destroys most of their possessions. As homeowners, we can easily understand the importance of home insurance to protect the property in case of significant damage. On the other hand, tenants who rent should also understand the importance […]
Do You Need Insurance For RV Or Van Life Living?
There’s a whole subsection of the internet pretty obsessed with “van life” living. You may be one of them or interested in the idea, but there are some things to know before jumping in. Van or RV living can be pretty appealing to many—a somewhat nomadic lifestyle that may allow you the privilege of living […]
Going On A Camping Trip? Here’s How To Keep Your Real Home Safe While You’re Gone
Although many national and international vacations have had to be canceled or postponed this year due to COVID-19 social distancing measures, many of you have turned to local activities to help spend the summer months. For those of us who live in BC, that means camping trips! Camping can be a great activity to enjoy […]
Condo Insurance Coverage For Excess Water Damage Deductibles
You may have your own personal condo insurance for your condo unit, and your condo building may even have its separate insurance for the rest of the complex too, but did you know that you could still be on the hook for thousands of dollars in the case of extreme excess water damage from your […]
