If you have been paying attention to the news lately you have likely seen a report coming out of Ottawa about a car going through the ice. This has led to many of our clients and friends asking if they are covered when your vehicle falls through the ice. The answer is- Maybe. If you have Section 7- Loss Damage …
Happy Thanksgiving
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I have been thinking about how special Guardsman Insurance is to me, and reflecting on the things in life I am most thankful for – and I am especially grateful for all of you. I am especially thankful for our clients who constantly motivate and challenge us to continually meet and exceed expectations. Our …
New Location to Serve You Better!
Effective 1 November 2019 our office in Bancroft has moved to a new location. You can now find us in the Fairway Plaza, 5 Fairway Blvd, Unit 10. We are excited to have this new, more welcoming, space to meet with our valued clients. See you there!
Driving Tips for a Canadian Winter
Winter driving can sometimes be intimidating, especially when conditions are snowy or icy. If road conditions are dangerous, consider making alternate travel arrangements or postponing your trip until conditions improve. Follow these steps to help keep yourself safe and collision-free during the winter driving season. Step 1: Make sure that your vehicle is prepared for winter driving. Winter tires are a good …
Thomas Watson Jr, Finalist for 2018 PAL Insurance Brokers Young Gun of the Year Award
Guardsman Insurance Services Inc’s Vice-President, Thomas Watson Jr, has been selected a finalist for the PAL Insurance Brokers Young Gun of the Year award in the 3rd annual Insurance Business Awards, the leading independent awards for the insurance sector in Canada and top representation of outstanding service, performance, innovation and principle in the business. Winners in all 21 categories will …
5 Myths About Car Insurance
There’s a lot to consider when you are shopping for your car insurance, and everyone has advice and information they are happy to share. In the end, there can be a lot of noise that adds to frustration and confusion. Here are five common myths about car insurance that we run into the most often. “New cars are more expensive …
Do I Need to List You?
One of the most common auto insurance questions brokers receive is a client asking if they need to list a driver on their policy. The answer is fairly straightforward. Inform your broker of the following: All licensed drivers living in the household The actual owner of the vehicle (if the parent owns the vehicle but the child is the driver) …
Proud of Our Young Gun
Our Vice-President, Thomas Watson Jr, has been named one of Insurance Business Canada’s ‘Young Gun’s” for 2018. This award recognizes 45 industry professionals, aged 35 and under, who, ‘ have collectively achieved more success in Canada’s insurance community than many decades-long veterans.’ Thomas works tirelessly for the clients of Guardsman Insurance and we are proud to see his achievements recognized for …