Shopping for a Safe Vehicle
Every new car must meet certain federal safety standards, but that doesn’t mean that all cars are equally safe. Many automakers offer…
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Wedding Insurance
From a sudden vendor cancellation or damage to your treasured white gown, wedding insurance can protect against unforeseen problems, while also giving…
Are Dash Cams Helpful?
In recent years, dashboard cameras have become an increasingly popular tool. These on-board cameras, often referred to as dash cams, are placed…
Limiting Social Host Liquor Liability
A bartender is legally liable for serving alcohol to a patron who becomes intoxicated and then injures a third party. Does a…
The Impact of Inflation on the Commercial Insurance Market
Over the past year, inflation has become a growing concern. Inflation issues have largely resulted from a culmination of labour and supply…
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Snowmelt Protection Tips
As winter ends and temperatures begin to rise, the accumulating water from melting snow and ice leaves your home susceptible to damage.…
How to File an Auto Claim
The number of drivers on Canadian roads is now around 8 million and rising every day, which means more and more opportunities…
How to Detect a Phishing Campaign
Each year, cybercriminals get smarter and find new ways to get personal information from online users. A common method cybercriminals use is…
Workplace Trends to Know for 2022
The beginning of the year is often met with reflections on the past and predictions for the future. Workplaces experienced dramatic changes…
Workplace Policies to Prevent Harassment Claims
Though the hiring and firing periods of employment are when an employer is at the greatest risk for litigation, lawsuits based on…
The Jean Fund
Prairie Villa Insurance has always believed in supporting the Community they serve and encourage that culture with their staff. Several years ago,…
Direct Compensation For Property Damage (DCPD) Insurance FAQs
On January 1, 2022, Alberta will adopt a Direct Compensation for Property Damage (DCPD) system which will simplify auto insurance claims following…
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Preventing Ice Dams
Did You Know Ice Dams Can Cause Damage to Your Home? Ice dams are caused when melted snow re-freezes after uneven heat…
Protecting Construction Sites From Fire
Many potential risks exist on construction sites, such as fire, theft and water, all of which can cause significant property damage that…
The Cost of Ransomware Demands
According to cybersecurity company Emsisoft, ransomware demands increased by more than 80 per cent globally in 2020, and it’s estimated that hundreds…
Winter Weather Liabilities
The winter months bring more than just cold weather and shorter days; they bring the possibility for winter storms that may result…
Marijuana’s Impact on Driving
Drug-impaired Driving Can Be Deadly Marijuana use significantly impairs one’s driving ability by affecting judgment, motor coordination and reaction time. In fact,…
Four Components of Effective Risk Management
Risk management is the identification, assessment and prioritization of risks and the subsequent coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor…
Are Dash Cams Right for Your Fleet?
In recent years, dashboard cameras have become an increasingly popular risk management tool for fleet managers and drivers across Canada. These on-board…
Navigating the Hardening Market
As industry experts closely monitor the market, the state of the insurance industry continues to fluctuate. This can be confusing for business…
Tenant Insurance – Why You Should Have It
What Protection Does Tenant Insurance Offer? Just because your landlord has coverage doesn’t mean that you do, too. In most cases, your…
Understanding Your Auto Insurance Policy
Deciphering all of the parts of your auto insurance policy can be a difficult task. Here, we’ve broken it down section by…
Remodelling Your Home
You’ve hired a reputable builder, collected paint swatches and selected the siding and now you’re finally ready to start that long-awaited remodelling…
The Cost of Poor Management
The Cost of Poor Management Approximately 2 in 5 Canadian professionals have quit a job because of a bad manager, according to…
The Basics of Commercial Property Insurance
The Basics of Commercial Property Insurance Your livelihood is dependent on the survival of your business, so it is imperative that you…
Understanding Coinsurance
Taking the time to understand your insurance policy is well worth the effort. An insurance policy is a complex contract that often…
Steps to Filing a Property Claim
When a natural disaster strikes, the last thing you want to think about is going back to survey the damage and file…
Wood Burning Stove Safety
Wood Burning Stove Safety Use these tips to safely use your wood burning stove: Read the instructions for your wood burning stove…
Top Cyber Threats for 2021
Top Cybersecurity Threats for 2021 As the world continues to rely more and more on technology, the need to address threats…
Employee Engagement
Employee Engagement Surveys Many employee surveys focus on employee satisfaction, as it is assumed that satisfied, happy employees will be more productive…
