What Is Care-First Auto Insurance in Alberta? What Changes on January 1, 2027
Care-First, Alberta's new auto insurance system for injuries, starts January 1, 2027. Here's what changes if you're hurt in a collision, what stays the same for your vehicle, and what to ask before your next renewal.
Are Winter Tires Required in Alberta? Winter Driving and Your Insurance
Winter tires aren't required by law in Alberta, but they are on the Icefields Parkway and most B.C. highways. Here's where they're required, the difference between tire types, and how winter tires fit with your auto insurance.
Does Home Insurance Cover Frozen Pipes in Alberta?
Standard home insurance usually covers water damage from frozen and burst pipes, as long as the pipes are in the heated part of your home and you kept the heat on. Here's what can lead to a denied claim and how to protect your home this winter.
Does My Small Business Need Liability Insurance in Alberta?
Alberta law doesn't generally require liability insurance, but landlords, clients and contracts often do. Here's what commercial general liability covers, what it doesn't, and how to think about the right limit for your business.
Are Stolen Packages or Items Stolen From Your Car Covered by Insurance?
Personal items stolen from your car usually go on your home, condo or tenant policy, not your auto policy, and stolen packages often start with the retailer. Here's how holiday theft and insurance usually work in Alberta.
Hosting a Holiday Party? What Albertans Should Know About Host Liability
Canada's top court has said private social hosts generally aren't responsible when an adult guest drinks and later injures someone, but hosts still owe guests reasonable care on their property. Here's how host liability and your insurance fit together.