Advice News Blog
Welcome to Humberview Insurance’s News section. This is our blog where we share information, news and advice as it may relate to insurance, business and landlords. We are an insurance brokerage with headquarters in Toronto, Canada. We provide car insurance, home insurance, landlord insurance and business insurance across Ontario, Canada.
Some of our information may be directly related to insurance and others general information regarding broader topics. Our goal is to give you information and we hope that you share it or join in on the conversation in the comments section below.
That being said, we must expressly state that this is for general information only and is meant for you, our reader to be thought provoking. We will not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of the information because before making any decisions regarding insurance or any other matters it is best to speak with a licensed individual as every situation is unique and information should not be relied upon as specific to your situation. We wish you all the best and hope to hear from you, thank you.
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Electrifying the Roads: Canada’s iZEV Program
Understanding the Push Towards Electric Vehicles Across the country, we see a large-scale adoption of electric vehicles that not only reduce carbon emissions but also help save money in the long term. Owners of these vehicles can now save hundreds of dollars in fuel prices and car maintenance, while also potentially benefiting from lower electric…
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Car Insurance in Ontario, Changes to DCPD Coverage January 1, 2024
Starting January 1st 2024, Ontario auto insurance policy holders will have the option to remove Direct Compensation for Property Damage (DCPD) coverage from their car insurance policy. This coverage was previously mandatory. Let’s delve into what these changes are and why it’s probably not a good idea to opt-out of this very important coverage. First,…
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City of Toronto Approves Implementation of Vacant Home Tax
On December 16 2021, City Council approved implementation of a vacant home tax in Toronto starting in January 2022. How The City of Toronto will Define a Vacant Home The city of Toronto will consider the home vacant if it has been unoccupied for more than six months during the previous calendar year. Exemptions apply:…
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Top Ten Stolen Cars in Toronto 2021
Below is a list from Toronto Police Services of the top ten cars stolen in the year 2021. Top 10 Auto Thefts by Vehicle Make and Model in Toronto Preventing Car Theft.
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Hamilton Approves Landlord License Pilot Project
The City of Hamilton yesterday August 10th 2021 voted in favour of a motion to implement a rental housing licensing pilot for wards 1,8 and 14. Where are Wards 1, 8 and 14? Ward 1: covers the area primarily close to McMaster University Ward 8 & 14: covers the area primarily close to Mohawk College.…
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Landlords & April 1st 2020 Rent Strike
We hope this article finds you well and that you and your family are safe in this unprecedented time. Landlord Insurance & Rental Income Landlords have called us to ask if having rental income insurance will cover tenants who are either refusing to pay rent or defaulting due to COVID 19 crisis. First, to answer…