An alarming new trend, known as the “Kia Challenge”, has been gaining popularity on TikTok since late 2021. The TikTok car stealing challenge has resulted in a spike in vehicle thefts across the U.S., with some cities like St. Petersburg, Florida, seeing an increase of as much as 85% in the last year. What is […]
Did you know Canada’s auto theft industry is a $1 billion business? According to the Insurance Bureau of Canada, a vehicle is stolen every six minutes in Canada. Many of these stolen vehicles end up being shipped abroad or broken down for auto parts. In a report by Equité Association, a national organization founded to […]
It’s that time of year when calendars are filled with celebrations to share in the joy of the holiday season with friends, family, and coworkers. And while ‘tis the season to be jolly, it’s important to take the right precautions to ensure everyone gets home safely once the celebration has come to an end. If […]
Canada has seen an alarming rise in the theft of catalytic converters, particularly since the start of the pandemic. In 2021, Aviva Insurance Company saw an increase of 123% more theft incidents than in 2020. This part is being targeted by thieves for the precious metals inside, some more valuable than gold. They’re relatively easy […]
Whether you are an early online holiday shopper or a 10-minutes-before-the-store-closes kind of shopper, the holidays can be stressful for everyone. And amidst all the hustle and bustle of the gift-giving season, it is easy to let your guard down and become a target for thieves. Taking the right precautions when shopping in-store and online […]
If you’re in the market for a new car or truck, you’ve likely seen how limited inventory is right now. This is largely due to a global shortage of semiconductors, which has caused a major slowdown for auto manufacturers over the last two years. As a result, the demand for used cars is surging to […]
The arrival of hand-carved pumpkins, ghoulish ghosts, cackling witches, and spooky skeletons are all signs that Halloween is just around the corner. While Halloween can be one of the most exciting nights of the year for people of all ages, it can be easy to get so caught up in the Halloween spirit that you […]
The first few weeks of below-freezing temperatures in Canada mark the start of “snowbird season”. Where many Canadians take refuge from the long, harsh winters by enjoying an extended vacation somewhere warm, like Florida, Arizona, or South Carolina. If you are a “snowbird” planning on leaving home for weeks or months at a time this […]
While we transition from summer to fall, many Canadians are making the most of the cooler weather by enjoying controlled outdoor fires. As wonderful as enjoying an evening around a crackling fire can be, it is important to put fire safety first. Whether you are planning a big backyard bonfire, a campfire at a cabin […]
For many Canadians, Thanksgiving is a time to gather with friends and family to enjoy a delicious meal together. With so much to look forward to and prepare, it’s easy to forget about safety. Did you know that a cooking fire is three times more likely to happen on Thanksgiving Day than any other day […]
