The VIU Point

Welcome to your guide to smarter insurance in Canada. Here you’ll find practical advice, expert insights, and simple explanations to help you stay protected — today and tomorrow.

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Crisis management

Wildfire insurance resources and what you need to know

Everything you need to know to protect your home, your family and your coverage before a wildfire reaches your neighbourhood.

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Auto insurance

Does a speeding ticket affect your car insurance?

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Auto insurance

What to do if you hit an animal while driving

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Property insurance

Downsizing your home? Here's what actually changes with your insurance

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Property insurance

How getting married affects your insurance

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Property insurance

Essential steps to prepare for a power outage

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Property insurance

How climate change is reshaping home insurance in Canada

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Property insurance

Tornado preparedness: A guide for Canadian homeowners

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Property insurance

Planning home renovations? Don't overlook your insurance

Property insurance

Wildfire insurance resources and what you need to know

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Contents storage insurance

Contents in storage: Are your belongings really protected?

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Auto insurance

Road rage in Canada: Keeping your cool matters

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Life insurance

Insurance tips for new graduates and young professionals

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The VIU Point

Wildfire insurance resources and what you need to know

Does a speeding ticket affect your car insurance?

What to do if you hit an animal while driving

Downsizing your home? Here's what actually changes with your insurance

How getting married affects your insurance

Essential steps to prepare for a power outage

How climate change is reshaping home insurance in Canada

Tornado preparedness: A guide for Canadian homeowners

Planning home renovations? Don't overlook your insurance

Wildfire insurance resources and what you need to know

Contents in storage: Are your belongings really protected?

Road rage in Canada: Keeping your cool matters

Insurance tips for new graduates and young professionals

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