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At ThinkInsure we want to help our customers with all of their insurance needs. So we have created a new Insurance Help Centre where we will be providing helpful insurance articles and resources. Our insurance experts will be updating the site weekly with articles about saving money, policies & coverage, driving safety, latest news and much more.


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Guide For Buying A Used Car Jul 8, 2016:   Did you know that the cost of depreciation is the biggest car expense you'll have? Buying a used car can be a great way to save on that expense. Read this helpful guide to learn how to buy a used car.   » Read More


Top 15 Restaurants Worth A Drive Jun 29, 2016:   Summer weather, Ontario scenery and fine food make for the perfect day trip. Whether you’re looking for a restaurant nearby or you’re taking a summer drive, here are 15 restaurants that will make it worth your while.   » Read More


Lease or buy a new car, leasing or financing guide Jun 10, 2016:   To lease or to buy? This is the question everyone is faced with when it comes time to shop for a new ride. Of course, depending on who you talk to, you’ll get a completely different opinion on which option is best and why. Learn which option may be best for you.   » Read More


Marijuana And Drug Impaired Driving In Ontario Jun 3, 2016:   The federal government’s task force on legalizing marijuana will present its findings in November 2016. What do we really know about the impact of pot legalization? How does marijuana affect your driving skills? And what happens if you are pulled over when under the influence of marijuana?   » Read More


Google Self Driving Car Project May 16, 2016:   Are you ready to relinquish control of your vehicle? Have you thought about the idea of being the co-pilot to a computer while sitting in the driver’s seat of your own car?   » Read More


Uber and ride sharing services now legal in Toronto May 4, 2016:   After a marathon meeting at Toronto City Council on May 3, 2016, Uber and other ride sharing services are now legal in Toronto. New rules for taxis and for Uber drivers are meant to make regulations more fair for both services.   » Read More


Changes to Ontario Car Insurance In June 2016 May 2, 2016:   Changes to the Ontario Car Insurance system are coming June 1, 2016 that will impact rates and coverage levels. The changes should mean lower rates for most and more choice in coverage levels. Learn more about these important changes.   » Read More


Total costs to own and drive a new car in Canada Apr 7, 2016:   2015 was a record year for new car sales in Canada. And 2016 looks like it will be a repeat. If you’re in the market for a new car, use this guide of the total costs to consider when buying a new car.   » Read More


Uber Challenges In Ontario With Insurance And Taxi Drivers Mar 23, 2016:   Uber is here to stay in spite of some of the insurance, driving and permitting challenges it faces at the moment. Other ride-sharing companies will be joining the market. One question though, is how will taxi companies and limousine services respond?   » Read More


Top 15 Tips For Ontario Winter Driving Dec 7, 2015:   Winter in Ontario can create some challenging and even dangerous driving conditions. These 15 tips for Ontario Winter Driving will help you to stay safe! Learn how to prepare your car for winter, be a wise driver and how to drive safely in snowy, wintry conditions.   » Read More


Bill 31 - New Ontario Road Rules In Effect Sep 1, 2015:   Since June, Ontario drivers have known that there would be changes to driving laws – particularly increased fines and penalties for distracted driving. Other changes have been introduced as well. Learn about the new law, about distracted driving and how you can make Ontario roads safer.   » Read More


Top 15 Ontario Driver's Licence Questions Aug 12, 2015:   Get helpful answers to the Top 15 Questions our customers ask us about Ontario driver's licences. Learn about Ontario’s graduated drivers licencing system, driver education, exchanging your licence from another province and much more.   » Read More


Car insurance for new and young drivers in Ontario Jul 30, 2015:   Did you know that there are some excellent discounts available to new and young drivers to help them reduce the cost of car insurance? In this article, you’ll learn about insurance discounts, driving tips, and Usage Based Insurance (UBI) programs to help your new and young drivers access the best car insurance rates available to them.   » Read More


How are Ontario car insurance rates determined? Jul 24, 2015:   Our ThinkInsure brokers get many questions about Ontario car insurance rates and how they’re determined and regulated. This article will help drivers learn about how insurance companies set their car insurance rates and the factors that influence individual rates.   » Read More


Changes To Ontario Road Rules To Improve Driver And Cyclist Safety Jun 10, 2015:   In an attempt to improve safety to everyone sharing roads in Ontario, our provincial parliament unanimously passed Bill 31, a legislation that will increase penalties and fines and amend rules of the road for drivers and cyclists. The bill also permits cities to build more bicycle lanes.   » Read More



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