Insuring Your Peace of Mind: Insights & Tips from W.C. Burgess Insurance Services Ltd.
W.C. Burgess Insurance Blog
Whether you're a seasoned policyholder or someone who is just starting to explore insurance options, our blog is to empower and educate you. After all, knowledge is vital when making informed decisions about protecting your assets, loved ones, and yourself.
Here, you'll find a wide range of articles written by our team of insurance experts. We cover various insurance topics, including auto, home, life, business, and more. We aim to break down complex insurance concepts into easy-to-understand language, ensuring that you clearly understand how insurance works and how it can benefit you. You’ll also find some fun updates about our team and Burgess in the Brockville community.
Safety Tips when Hosting a Holiday Party
Everyone wants to have a safe and happy holiday during the Christmas and New Year season. Be sure to do what you need to keep your guests safe and to protect yourself.
School buses, Driving and the Law
The school year is already here! That means school buses and a more visible presence of children. Are you aware of the law concerning stopping for school buses?
Cycling Season is Here!
The warmer weather is here! It's time to get your bicycle out but remember the rules of the road as a cyclist!
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning! Get in the know!
According to the website of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs, more than 50 people die each year from Carbon Monoxide poisoning in Canada, including 11 on average in Ontario. Get in the know about Carbon Monoxide poisoning and how to prevent it!
Helmet head!
Summer brings many activities, such as boating, hiking and biking. This blogger has just started on the journey of being an avid biker, but has noticed how many other cyclists take the risk of not wearing a bike helmet.
Disaster Preparedness: Is Your Family Prepared?
Are you and your family ready in the event of a natural or man made disaster? Disaster preparedness should be everyone's priority as we face the increasing risk of disasters here in Canada.
Winter Tires Video Series #6
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
This final video summarizes the importance of winter tires:
Even at slower speeds, winter tires provide more control when braking and corner negotiation.
Winter tires provide that extra margin of safety that is needed.
The importance of four winter tires on any kind of vehicle.
The need for balance all four positions on a vehicle.
Winter Tires Video Series #5
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
In this video, the comparison is with front wheel drive vehicles. Do you think that the make of the vehicle would have any impact? With front wheel vehicles, the comparison is made again with all four winter tires versus two winter tires.
Winter Tires Video Series #4
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
In video #4, braking and negotiating curves are demonstrated between a rear wheel drive truck and a sedan, comparing the performance between winter tires and all season tires.
Winter Tires Video Series #3
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
In video #3, the demonstration involves two rear wheel drive vehicles one with and without snow tires comparing curve negotiation and braking.
The video also demonstrates the need for all four winter tires on your vehicle.