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09/03/2026

One more long weekend to close out the summer. OPP will be out in force again for Labour Day — speed, seatbelts, distraction, impairment. Be safe and enjoy your holidays! https://loom.ly/7askjS8

09/01/2026

Cottage-closing weekend is one of the busiest stretches on Ontario highways all year. We put together a full closing checklist covering the property and the trip itself. https://loom.ly/VwHZL0A

This isn’t just about packing up belongings, it’s about protecting your property, preventing accidents, and making sure you return in spring without costly surprises.

08/31/2026

Kids are back on the sidewalks in the next weeks. A good reminder before the first bell: slow down in school zones, watch for kids darting between parked cars, and give crossing guards a little extra patience. https://loom.ly/QklR1V8

A new campaign, School Zones are for Kids, kicked off Monday. It will see signs made by kindergarten students put up outside 38 schools across Waterloo region with a message to drivers to slow down.

08/28/2026

University and college move-in is only a few weeks away. Starting somewhere new comes with real safety questions families don't think about until they're unpacking the car. https://loom.ly/fNksqqs

Starting university or college is a life-changing experience. For many, going to school means moving to a new city, making

08/26/2026

Grand Bend is a favourite beach day for a lot of Waterloo Region families but Lake Huron's undertow and drop-offs surprise a lot of visitors who are used to calmer inland lakes. Swim near a lifeguard station if you can. https://loom.ly/kkE6qEQ

A 67-year-old man died after drowning at Grand Bend's south beach Sunday afternoon, Ontario Provincial Police say.

08/24/2026

Western Ontario has been one of the biggest sources of wildfire smoke drifting this summer and haze cuts visibility on the road too. If it's hazy out there, slow down and leave extra space. https://loom.ly/6TuiT-A

Canadian wildfire smoke may blanket parts of the Midwest and Northeast into August, raising air-quality and health concerns.

08/21/2026

As of July 1st, some benefits that used to come standard with every Ontario auto policy are now optional. Income replacement, caregiver benefits name a few coverages people assume they have. Take five minutes this month to actually check your policy. https://loom.ly/UVSEIOg

As of July, some benefits that were previously mandatory under standard car insurance policies will be optional. This could drop the cost of premiums for customers who opt out of certain coverages, but insurance experts warn against leaving coverage exposed to risk.

08/19/2026

Two lives lost in a boating collision on Lake Rosseau. When a loved one dies in a preventable accident, families are often left navigating an investigation and an insurance at the same time. You don't have to do it alone. https://loom.ly/9uBvPyU

The bodies of two people who went missing Friday following a boat crash on Lake Rosseau, Ont., have been found.

08/17/2026

Motorcycle deaths in Ontario hit a 20-year high in 2024, and the trend hasn't slowed. One Ontario rider says he "just wanted the insurance for the bike", until a crash changed everything. Know what your policy actually covers before you need it to. https://loom.ly/DV4im8A

According to data from the Ontario Provincial Police, motorcycle deaths reached a 20 year high in 2024, with 57 fatalities in the province.

08/14/2026

Another serious e-bike collision under investigation in Waterloo. As more riders take to e-bikes and e-scooters around the region, the rules aren't always clear to riders or drivers. If you've been hurt in one of these collisions, you may have more options than you think. https://loom.ly/qhB6o-A

A 19-year-old Kitchener man has been taken to an out-of-region hospital for treatment after the e-scooter he was riding Thursday morning was hit by a RAV4 compact SUV in Waterloo. Police continue to investigate.