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First installment of new monthly survey from RATESDOTCA and BNN Bloomberg shows only 52% of Canadians planning to travel outside of the country this year will purchase travel insurance.

In June, the Toronto Police will resume its routine on-street parking enforcement and residential on-street permit violations. The cost of a parking ticket in Toronto can range between $30 and $450 depending on the infraction. Here are ways to avoid getting tagged.

The heat of summer can impact your vehicle’s performance. Before you take a road trip during the warmer months, here’s how to ensure your wheels are ready to roll and avoid a possible breakdown.

Drivers in Ontario who are convicted of excessive speeding, stunt driving, street racing, and aggressive driving face expensive fines, as well as longer driver’s licence suspensions and vehicle impoundment periods with the ushering in of new legislation.

Most Canadian insurance policyholders would not recommend their insurance company to a friend or colleague, a new study finds.

The Ontario Provincial Police and the Toronto Police issued thousands of tickets to motorists during the annual road safety awareness campaign, with speeding and driving without a seatbelt the most frequent offences.

As more of the Canadian population get COVID-19 vaccinations, travelling may be on people’s minds as summer nears. However, separate surveys reveal most Canucks intend to stick close to home this summer and many favour the use of vaccination passports to travel by air.

Canada is leading the race to be the first completely cashless society, followed closely by Hong Kong and Singapore.

Loaded with pricey precious metals, thieves are stealing catalytic converters from vehicle exhaust systems to make a fast buck. Does your auto policy cover you if you’re a victim of such a crime? Here’s what you should know.

The photo radar cameras continue to rake in cash for the city at the expense of drivers who don’t obey the speed limit.

A new C.D. Howe Institute report finds the amount of money Canadians pay for insurance is “at the high end” of what consumers in most other developed nations pay.

An increasing number of auto insurers are extending or reintroducing their customer care packages for motorists who are driving less during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out if your insurer is on the list.

More than 10,000 Brampton residents have signed the City of Brampton’s "Fair Deal for Brampton” online campaign, which calls on the provincial government to fulfill its promise to standardize auto rates across Ontario.

Do you and your family have an action plan and emergency survival kit in the event a natural disaster impacts your community? Follow these steps and always be prepared.

Drivers in Ontario who cruise along either highways 412 or 418 won’t need to worry about being charged a toll to use them up until May 31, 2023, the province announced recently.

Pulling carbon out of the air could be as valuable by 2050 as pulling fossil fuels out of the ground is today. Those businesses are going to need insurance.

A report indicates that Canada’s flood preparedness is not where it should be, and yet floods and other natural disasters are on the rise thanks to climate change. Find out more about how to protect yourself and ensure your insurance coverage is adequate in case of emergencies.

CAA South Central Ontario's annual Worst Road campaign is back, and the insurer is asking drivers in Ontario to nominate the road they think is the most unpleasant to travel.

Remember when half a million bucks used to be a lot of money?

Test your knowledge to see how well you know when to report a car accident and to whom in Ontario by taking our interactive quiz.

Despite all the thought that goes into shopping and applying for a mortgage, comparatively little goes into what to do with your mortgage if you die.

Home Trust offers secured credit cards with flexible options for those looking to build or rebuild their credit rating.

For some, making a full premium payment annually is a comfortable option, and some insurers will offer a discount on the policy for doing so. For others, monthly payments over the course of the year are more agreeable. There are pros and cons to each.

With nearly 1 in 3 Canadians financially illiterate, it’s about time our leaders do something about it.

Scotiabank eliminates the price protection service and updates travel insurance coverages on some of its most popular cards.

You could be found entirely or partially at fault in any collision. An at-fault collision will remain on your driving record for up to six years, and it will affect your car insurance premium at renewal.

Despite home prices having soared 38.4% in just the past 12 months, it could be a lot worse for young buyers if it weren’t for one thing: interest rates staying ultra-cheap.

Online shopping is easy, convenient and, often, quick — making it an ideal way to get essential purchases straight to your doorstep. Safeguard your items and get rewarded for shopping online with these rewards credit cards.

Avoiding a collision not only helps you steer clear of any possible injuries and vehicle damage, but it can be a big advantage when looking for an affordable car insurance policy.

We’ve been writing about mortgages for years and have never seen the mortgage growth we’ve seen in 2021.

How much do you use your car? The more kilometres you drive annually raises the risk of getting into a car accident, therefore, you’ll pay a higher premium. There are many financial and personal benefits to be had by driving less and ways you can reduce your insurance bill.

You may be young with no kids and no mortgage. Life insurance is for someone older, who has dependents right? Wrong. Let’s debunk life insurance myths and learn why everyone needs some form of coverage.

First installment of new monthly survey from RATESDOTCA and BNN Bloomberg shows only 52% of Canadians planning to travel outside of the country this year will purchase travel insurance.

Canadians love to get outside and enjoy the summertime. Make your summer fun a memorable one by being prepared and following these safety tips.

Canada’s dramatic rise in home prices over the past year may be easing, but that’s little comfort for hopeful buyers who are shut out of the market.

While we still need to be mindful of the COVID-19 crisis and any provincial and territorial health-related restrictions that may be in place, taking to the open road to explore the raw, natural beauty of our country is an experience like no other. Here’s a few tips to consider when planning your cross-country road trip.