Life insurance is not something many like to think about… but if you have dependents who rely on you for financial support, then life insurance is really about protecting them in case something happens to you. We have a lot of people asking us about life insurance, so we asked our team of specialists to … The Cliff’s Notes of Life Insurance
Professional liability—sometimes called Errors and Omissions (E&O) liability—results from errors or omissions in the performance of professional services. *** Sound On*** Insurance (really anything insurance related) is never the highlight of one’s day… that being said – It’s a good news, bad news situation. The bad news: Lawsuits, have become as common as avocado … What is Professional Liability
Every little bit counts Each month, over 307,000 Canadian children turn to food banks in Canada for help. School breakfast, lunch and after school programs provide much needed support, but where do those children go in July and August? Help us Stuff-a-Bus this summer and support our local food bank. All of our branches … Food drive: help us stuff-a-bus
Are you moving or purchasing a new property? We have a checklist for that – download it here → SI Moving Checklist. → Did you know that most home insurance policies cover your belongings, both in your old and new home for a period of 30 days? Of course, your policy must be in effect when you move but there … Moving? Check out this amazing checklist
How would employees escape from your worksite in the event of an emergency? Do they know where all the exit routes are in case their first choice is too crowded? Are they sure doors will be unlocked? Did they consider that other exits–like hallways–may be blocked during a fire, explosion or other crisis? Share the … Preparing Employees for Evacution
Optimism is the fuel that drives the entrepreneurial spirit, so it isn’t surprising that most small business owners consider themselves optimists. Too much optimism, however, can get a small business owner into trouble. A business plan built solely on the “best case scenario” is like a house of cards—one gust of wind (or fire or … Top 10 Threats to Small Business
In a recent survey conducted by Harris-Decima for Rogers, almost half of Canadian smartphone owners said they keep their device with them pretty much 24/7. Hmmmm, turns out I’m just another sorrowful statistic! In all fairness, we live in an era where Smartphones have replaced cameras, calendars, notebooks, alarm clocks, and so on. I can’t … Risky Business: Personal Mobile Devices at Work
Fires are a serious risk for businesses of all types. It’s up to employers, managers and employees to take the proper precautions to keep themselves, their co-workers and the company safe from fire hazards. Not to worry, we have several tools to help you out. The plans and checklists below will give you a great … Fire Safety Tips & Tools for Small Business
The fickle nature of Canadian weather only exacerbates the unpredictability of floods, and with so many areas susceptible to flooding, one unexpected severe storm can trigger widespread, damaging floods. Ignoring the issue of possible flooding can sink your business. Stay afloat with solid preparation and a thorough flood plan. No worries, we’ve got one for … Keep Your Business Afloat
According to recent studies, nearly 66% of Canadians put in 45 hours of work each week—50% more people than 20 years ago. Not only are many people putting in more hours – over 1/2 of the 25,000 Canadians who responded in the Balancing Work and Caregiving in Canada survey said they take their work home with … The Balancing Act: Work vs Life
