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Zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) tend to cost less to power than their gas-vehicle counterparts. But do fuel savings come at the cost of a hefty insurance premium? We compared quotes to find out.

COVID-19 caused many Canadians to move out of the city. But how might moving to a more rural area change the home insurance perils that apply to your new property?

Inflation is at its highest level in nearly 40 years. Those with variable-rate mortgages should consider comparing mortgage rates to offset rising interest rates.

If your household has more than one private passenger vehicle, every eligible driver could get a discount on their policies provided those policies are with the same insurance company.

One-third of Canadian flyers have altered their travel plans due to airport delays. While most plan to buy travel insurance for their next trip, those who don’t won’t have recourse if their trip is cancelled.

From installing new garage doors to increasing curb appeal with landscaping, learn which home renovations have the best return on investment and how they affect your home insurance rate.

Road rage can quickly cloud your judgment. Most Canadians claim to see it while driving, but how many admit to engaging in it themselves?

Community safety zone fines are higher than standard fines, but how do they impact your car insurance?

To get a lower interest rate on your mortgage, you can blend and extend or blend to term.

Residential break-ins happen every 90 seconds in Canada. Homeowners would be wise to take pre-emptive action to safeguard their digs, and in doing so, you may earn a discount on your home insurance premium.

You might assume fault can’t apply to those on two wheels, but it can. Regardless of the circumstances, accident benefits can help.

The Bank of Canada announced its fourth rate hike of 2022. The 100-basis-point increase, to 2.5%, is the highest jump since 1998.

Safety-conscious drivers rejoice: The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says 101 vehicles earned either its Top Safety Pick+ or Top Safety Pick award this year.

Travel insurance coverage can help you return home early and recuperate non-refundable costs should a travel advisory be issued while abroad.

Home insurance premiums in Ontario have increased about 10% since fall 2021, compounding cost challenges homeowners were already navigating following the pandemic.

Before building the ultimate backyard fire pit, research and follow all municipal bylaws and contact your home insurance provider to ensure you have coverage.

EVs are known to be quiet. However, minimum noise requirements may be mandatory in 2023 to increase safety on Canadian roads — particularly for visually impaired pedestrians.