Rule changes expected to be in place by 2013 stem from EI reform announced in March budget. To view the complete story click here.
The Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) is prepared to launch a new portal to streamline the commercial border process with the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative. Scheduled for internal deployment at the CBSA in early May, followed by...
In the landscape of event planning and hosting, the legalization of cannabis in Canada has introduced a new element of risk. From small gatherings to large-scale festivals, the potential for cannabis exposure at events is now a reality for hosts. In response, a new...
An extremely rare astronomical event will occur in parts of southern Ontario on Monday, April 8, 2024, when the moon will completely cover the sun, creating a total solar eclipse! While Waterloo Region is not in the path of totality, it is expected that daylight will...
More and more Canadians are turning to home-based businesses and so-called "side hustles" for some extra income. Some examples of these home-based operations include: starting an ecommerce store, opening a hair salon at home, or consulting from a home office. While...
Businesses and commercial properties are often the target of thieves and criminal trespassers looking to cause trouble. For businesses and property owners, it’s critical to have strong security features in place that will both help deter and prevent break-ins from...
Insurance companies are warning of suspicious fires in new build housing developments in Ontario. They have seen a noticeable increase in fires affecting home builders and home buyers, which may be in part related to property market conditions, and the overall...
Beginning January 1, 2024, auto insurance policyholders in Ontario will have more choice when it comes to their coverage. The Ontario government has introduced an optional endorsement for drivers called OPCF 49 – Agreement Not to Recover for Loss or Damage from an...
As the season shifts to winter, there is a return of possible dangerous walking conditions, which increases the potential for slips, falls, and other similar incidents and injuries. Keep in mind that these hazards aren’t only for the outdoors. While frozen sidewalks...
Cyberattacks have become a regular occurrence and businesses of all sizes are being targeted. Regardless of industry, organizations have the potential of becoming the next victim of cybercrime. In fact, it is such a threat, insurance companies are requiring several...
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and a great time to remind you that cybercriminals don’t stop their attacks at desktop or laptop computers. Smartphones have become increasingly popular targets for cybercriminals to exploit. These devices contain sensitive...
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