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Across Canada, rates of reported carjackings are rising. According to Équité Association, around 80,000 carjacking cases were reported in the past year. As a precaution, police are warning drivers to stay diligent and take extra measures to protect themselves, when parked and when on the road. To reduce your risk of experiencing a carjacking, consider these preventative measures to keep yourself safe:

While backyard bonfires are a common activity for many over the summer months, they do come with risks, including property damage, injuries, and even accidental ignition of widespread wildfires. It’s important to know the risks that come with bonfires, be aware of any outdoor fire restrictions, and take proactive measures to prevent property damage and injuries if you choose to host one. Always follow your municipal bylaws, check for fire bans, and take these safety precautions if you’re hosting or attending a backyard bonfire:

So, you've tied the knot and thrown the bouquet, and now you're ready to make it official…by taking care of your "just married" paperwork, that is. Whether you've lived with your new spouse for years or you've just moved into your first home together, make sure you've checked these to-dos off your list:

Whether you're headed up to the cottage or planning a pool party, knowing some basic water safety tips can help keep you and your fellow swimmers out of trouble. But water safety is about more than just preventing dangerous situations. If someone is swimming on your property and injures themselves, you could find yourself in hot water — so consider these seven tips to keep your guests safe and avoid a liability claim:

Nobody fully prepares you for the realities of home ownership, especially when unexpected disasters strike. We want to help you stop water loss in your home before it even starts.

In a perfect world, the sun is always shining and driving conditions are always ideal. But in the real world, rain must fall. Waiting out hazardous driving conditions is always the safest policy. However, driving in the rain can't always be avoided, especially on days when it's sunny one minute and pouring the next. Even a light drizzle can make road surfaces slick and make driving — and stopping — tricky. If you do find yourself driving in the rain, follow these rainy-day tips to increase your chances of getting to your destination safely.

It's no secret that exhaust from fuel-powered vehicles is a major cause of pollution in our atmosphere. In an effort to reduce these harmful emissions, vehicle manufacturers are developing more and more electric and hybrid vehicles, which run on electricity or a combination of electricity and fuel.

As climate change creates more severe weather events, many of which result in water damage to Canadians' homes, some houses are more at risk of flooding than others. According to the Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction, these ten factors — among others — can increase your basement's risk of flooding:

It's no secret that global supply chains have been under pressure since 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. While many manufacturers have since bounced back, the automotive industry continues to see the effects. As a result, new vehicles and specific car parts aren't as readily available as they used to be, which can present issues for drivers and insurers alike when it's time to make a car insurance claim.