In local news, you may have seen a recent article highlighting ongoing concerns about speeding in school and playground zones in Didsbury, which has led to plans for increased enforcement.

Check out some of those statistics here.

Travelling within Canada this summer?

Your provincial health plan may cover more than it would outside Canada, but that does not mean every emergency travel cost is automatically covered.

Ambulance, transportation home, trip interruption, extra hotel costs, and family travel can get messy fast.

Before you leave, check what coverage you actually have. Assuming is not a strategy. It’s just paperwork with confidence.

Life insurance is not really about dying. It is about making sure your family does not have to sell the house while they are grieving.

The mortgage does not pause. Bills do not take a respectful timeout. If one income suddenly disappears, the household still has to function.

For most families, simple Term Life insurance is not complicated or dramatic. It is a practical debt eraser and income replacement tool for the years when the mortgage is high, the kids are young, and the financial pressure is real.

Being prepared for a wildfire evacuation is crucial, as these emergencies can escalate quickly, leaving little time to react. Having a clear plan in place can make a significant difference in your safety and peace of mind.

Taking these proactive steps not only helps protect your life and property but also supports first responders by reducing chaos during high-risk situations.

Are you a collector of cars, someone who owns an older vehicle that rarely sees the road, or perhaps the proud owner of an exotic car tucked away in your garage? If so, this may directly concern you.

You may have heard the Hagerty name before, caught a glimpse of them on television, or even stumbled across a clip while scrolling through your social media reels—but what you’ve seen so far might only scratch the surface of what’s important to understand.

Let's be honest, asking a group of riders how often to change motorcycle oil is like asking them which tire brand is best. You are going to start an argument.

Here is the actual breakdown of when you need to drop the oil, without the overly corporate fluff.

GAP (Guaranteed Asset Protection) insurance helps protect drivers who are financing or leasing a vehicle by covering the difference between what they owe on their loan and the vehicle’s depreciated value if it is stolen or written off.

In Alberta, GAP insurance generally costs far less than the potential financial exposure, making it a practical option for added peace of mind when financing or leasing a vehicle.

Happy Earth Day.

We could celebrate by posting a generic stock photo of a tiny plant in some dirt, but we figured you’d rather talk about something much more practical: using your eco-friendly choices to squeeze discounts out of your insurance company.

When we pack for a trip, we usually worry about losing our luggage or forgetting a phone charger. We generally don't plan on a barefoot beach stroll or a bad climbing decision forcing us to sell our house. But the second we leave Alberta, our provincial health coverage effectively stops at the duty-free shop.

As the weather warms and daylight lingers a little longer, barbecue season arrives like an invitation to step outside and slow down.

Barbecue season isn’t just about what’s on the grill—it’s about reconnecting with the outdoors, gathering around the table, and enjoying the simple comfort of good company and fresh air. However - it’s also about doing it all safely!

Because decks don’t usually fail with a polite warning. They fail with a CRACK, a lean, and a story you’ll be telling at every family gathering until 2046.

Here are 7 warning signs your deck may need repair (or rebuilding) before you start hosting.

Gas prices continue to rise, making the cost of everyday driving less predictable and more expensive for many drivers. With fuel costs fluctuating and often trending upward, it’s becoming harder to budget at the pump.

Exploring electric vehicles can be a smart option in response — and while EVs aren’t the right fit for everyone, taking a look at electric driving could offer long‑term savings and peace of mind as gasoline prices climb.

Car insurance pricing isn’t random—it’s based on a structured risk calculation. Insurers mainly assess how likely you are to file a claim and how costly that claim would be.

From there, they layer in additional factors to refine your risk profile and determine your final premium.

In Alberta, common scams include opportunistic tow trucks, staged thefts, exaggerated claims, and phantom passengers. These fraudulent activities drain the collective insurance premium pool, ultimately raising rates for all policyholders. We'll explore how to spot these frauds and protect yourself from being an accidental accomplice.

We know insurance jargon is confusing. AI tools are great for decoding complex terms on the fly, but when it comes to managing your actual risk, a chatbot is no replacement for a human expert.

Most of us just glance at the pink card, throw it in the glovebox, and hope we never have to use it.
Master these ten concepts, and the whole system starts making a lot more sense.

While National Blood Donor Week is celebrated in June, Canadian Blood Services reminds us that the need for donations doesn't take a vacation. It is a year-round necessity.

Taking an hour out of your day to roll up your sleeve is one of the most profound ways you can support your community.

Personal auto insurance covers exactly that: personal use. The second you start charging people for rides, you enter the commercial zone. If you don't tell your insurance provider about your new gig, they can—and likely will—void your policy if they find out. It is a fantastic way to turn a weekend side hustle into a massive financial liability.

Remember when you bought that "high-end" toaster off a random website for $12? It looked great until it toasted one slice into charcoal and sparked.

Canada is opening the doors to cheap Chinese EVs, and on paper, it looks amazing.