The federal government is giving seniors a one-time, tax-free top-up payment to help manage extra costs associated with Covid-19. Read more
Does my Life Insurance Cover COVID-19?
There is growing speculation about the impact of the virus on Life Insurance and other related coverages such as Critical Illness and Disability Insurance. For more information on the possible implications of COVID-19, click here
Life Insurers are adapting to pandemic with non face-to-face sales
Life insurers are demonstrating flexibility in response to the pandemic, smoothing the sales process through digital channels, relaxed underwriting requirements and coverage extensions. Read more
CERB Applications
As of April 6th, 2020 applications will be accepted either by phone or online at the CRA website through ‘My Account.’ The government has set up a schedule of when to apply based on your month of birth…Read more
Life Insurance Shoppers Should Expect a Curve Ball due to Coronavirus
Over the past few weeks, the coronavirus crisis has cause drastic changes in people’s everyday life. And even after it passes, it’s likely to leave its mark on the life insurance industry — which means applicants must be prepared for certain changes. Read more
COVID-19 Symptom Self Assessment
Are you worried that you have contracted the COVID-19 virus? Now you can do a self-assessment of your symptoms without leaving home: click here
Helping Clients Access New Federal Relief Money
Here’s a breakdown of Benefit Programs and Help for Small Businesses: Click Here
Coronavirus – Am I Covered?
The Coronavirus (Covid-19) situation is constantly evolving and I understand that you will have questions & concerns about your travel insurance coverage and the benefits of your ’emergency medical travel insurance.’
If you are currently on a trip, or planning on travelling, I’m here to help, so feel free to send me an email https://bertraminsurance.ca/contact-us/ or call me directly at 1-866-657-3882.
Keep in mind that information is changing with little or no notice, so I strongly advise that you regularly check in with the Canadian Government’s Travel Advisory site: https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories
What ‘Will’ happen if you don’t have a Will?
Half of Canadians say they don’t have a Will… Having a Will and POA documents are of utmost importance. Also once you have a Will look at it periodically and as your life changes do the necessary updates. It’s not that difficult to be prepared and will spare others a lot of unnecessary grief and undue burden…read more
Clearance Certificates
One of an executor’s most important jobs is to obtain the clearance certificate: written confirmation from the Canada Revenue Agency that the deceased (and the deceased’s estate) has paid all taxes and associated interest and penalties up to the date the certificate is issued. How does an executor obtain one and why is it so important? …Read more