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Strong winds have the strength to blow the roof off your building and dealing with roof damage can be a disruptive and costly matter. Low-pressure areas are more prone to [...]
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Unfortunately, wildfires destroy thousands of acres of land and hundreds of buildings annually. Damages sustained at businesses may not be limited to fire damage, but could also include smoke and [...]
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According to the Canadian Construction Association, the construction industry employs over 1.4 million people in Canada, and generates about $141 billion annually to the Canadian economy. With bigger and more [...]
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Subcontracting work to others can significantly impact your business since you and your insurer can be on the hook for damages caused by subcontractors who don’t have their own insurance [...]
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Workers in the auto repair and body shop industry are exposed to a number of hazards that can cause bodily harm and property damage. The risks can range from burns [...]
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All-terrain vehicles are often used for fun and recreation, but they’re also a useful addition in many lines of business. They do, however, come with risks that include injury and [...]
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Winter weather conditions such as accumulated snow, extreme cold, blizzards, and ice are a common occurrence in Canada. As a business owner, or someone leasing a commercial property, you’re responsible [...]
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Across the country, hail is a severe weather hazard that can damage commercial assets, public infrastructure, homes, vehicles, and crops. For instance, in southern Alberta, hail storms have caused hundreds [...]
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The use of open-flame and spark producing devices for welding, cutting and other hot work is among the leading causes of fires and explosions in North America. Even though it [...]
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As the weather starts to turn colder, it’s an ideal time for building owners to turn their attention toward winterizing their commercial properties. Any systems that could be exposed to [...]