Steers Insurance Blog

OTC Broker, President, Christine Gaudreau was recently recognized for her hard work and dedication by Insurance Business Canada in their Insurance Business Magazine (IBC), issue 8.03. This IBC issue celebrates 45 of the Canadian insurance industry’s foremost female leaders and Christine is one of them. She broke through the glass ceiling in a sector traditionally dominated by men.

A home is one of the biggest investments most people will make in their lifetime, so it’s crucial that people have the proper insurance coverage for it – including what is inside the home. Creating and regularly updating an inventory of your personal possessions is one of the best ways to make the most of your homeowners insurance, and can make filing a claim easier and more efficient.

If you’re getting your businesses or properties ready to reopen, ensure it is safe and functional for employees, tenants and patrons with proper cleaning and disinfection.

Note: this post is intended for facilities and workplaces outside of the health care industry.

As restaurants shift to curbside pickup or delivery, and retailers move sales online or for curbside pickup – business is not as usual during the COVID-19 pandemic. All business owners need to have a business and safety plan that can adapt to help their businesses succeed in this “new normal.”

If your company stores data and information digitally, you should have a cyber risk management program that addresses prevention, disclosure, crisis management and insurance coverage in the event of a data breach. Good cyber risk management requires the planning and execution of all four of these components.

Social distancing is the utmost importance right now and is especially crucial for businesses who are remaining open during the COVID-19 pandemic, including construction sites.