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Home insurance is your first line of defense against disaster. It’s a fundamental part of home ownership, and while it may not be mandatory, almost every homeowner recognizes the value of a home insurance policy. What they may not know however, are all of the ways...
When we think about protecting our homes from the elements, we tend to focus on the most extreme events -- hurricanes, blizzards, golf ball sized hail stones crashing into your roof, that sort of thing. While those are certainly scenarios to be concerned about, what...
Whether you’ve just brought home a brand new mewling kitten, adopted a rescue dog, have a bunny that's two years, or noticed your faithful friend starting to slow down in her old age, you might be asking yourself if you should consider pet insurance for them. The...
When considering home security, windows are an obvious weak point. While it is true that these large panes of breakable glass can quickly become a liability when your home is cased by a thief, you don't have to take it lying down! We're going to go over the most...
There is something to be said for a classic, older home. Whether you are looking for stately elegance, or just love the old neighbourhood it’s in, you might decide that an older home is right for your family. But, before you commit, there are a few things you should...
Riding a motorcycle is a liberating experience, but it's also a risky one. With warm summer days, you feel the urge to head out on the highway. But even for experienced riders, it's important to remember the basics. Safety on the road doesn't just help protect your...
Renovating your home may be exciting for you, but to your neighbours, it's a different story. Talk to your next door buddy while grabbing the morning paper about your plans to put in a new pool this year, or to add a sun room around the back, or convert the basement...
One of summer's classic joys is heading to cottage country and finding a smooth sandy beach or crystal clear pond and jumping in! Summer time swimming in open water is fun for the whole family. Unfortunately, it can also be dangerous. Before you take the kids out into...
When I was growing up, my dad would make the same joke every year after staying at the cottage "that was fun, now I need a vacation from my vacation!” He was a devout DIYer and probably spent more time at the cottage working on various projects and improvements to our...
With the warm weather here and summer just around the corner, your kids are probably eager to get out there and hit the road on their bikes! That's fantastic! Bike riding can be a fun and healthy way to enjoy the good weather. But, it's not without its risks!...
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