What Is Return of Premium? Understanding Critical Illness Insurance in Canada

What Is Return of Premium? Understanding Critical Illness Insurance in Canada When purchasing critical illness insurance in Canada, one of the most interesting options you may encounter is something called Return of Premium (ROP). Unlike traditional insurance, where you pay premiums in exchange for financial protection, Return of Premium offers the possibility of getting [...]

What Is Return of Premium? Understanding Critical Illness Insurance in Canada2026-10-15T21:57:38+00:00

Is ROP worth it for Critical Illness?

Is Return of Premium worth it for Critical Illness? First of all, before increasing your Critical Illness coverage, I would make sure your Disability Insurance is adequate. If you only have Group LTD through your employee benefits, there can be significant gaps that many people don't realize until claim time. I would encourage anyone [...]

Is ROP worth it for Critical Illness?2026-10-15T21:59:05+00:00

If You Couldn’t Work, Where Would the Money Come From?

If You Couldn't Work, Where Would the Money Come From? Most people don't spend much time thinking about what would happen financially if they became disabled. Over the years, I have had many people contact me looking for Disability Insurance after an illness or injury has already occurred. Unfortunately, at that point there often [...]

If You Couldn’t Work, Where Would the Money Come From?2026-09-28T00:39:08+00:00

Wage Loss Replacement Plans: How to Protect High-Income Employees Beyond Group LTD

Wage Loss Replacement Plans: How to Protect High-Income Employees Beyond Group LTD One of the most common problems I see when reviewing Group Long-Term Disability plans is that the coverage can work very well for the average employee, but not nearly as well for executives and other high-income employees. Most Group LTD plans provide coverage [...]

Wage Loss Replacement Plans: How to Protect High-Income Employees Beyond Group LTD2026-09-28T00:32:40+00:00

Top 10 Medical Conditions That Can Disqualify You From Life Insurance in Canada

Top 10 Medical Conditions That Can Disqualify You From Life Insurance in Canada Applying for life insurance usually involves answering questions about your health. Depending on the policy and amount of coverage, the insurance company may also request medical records, bloodwork, urine testing, or other information. Naturally, this leads to a common question: "What [...]

Top 10 Medical Conditions That Can Disqualify You From Life Insurance in Canada2026-09-01T14:07:15+00:00

Life Insurance Through Work vs. Personal Life Insurance: Is Employer Coverage Enough?

Life Insurance Through Work vs. Personal Life Insurance: Is Employer Coverage Enough? If you have a comprehensive benefits package through your employer, there is a good chance it includes some form of life insurance. For many Canadians, workplace coverage may even be their first experience with life insurance. This raises an important question: "Is the [...]

Life Insurance Through Work vs. Personal Life Insurance: Is Employer Coverage Enough?2026-09-01T13:59:00+00:00

Should You Keep Life Insurance After Your Mortgage Is Paid Off?

Should You Keep Life Insurance After Your Mortgage Is Paid Off? Paying off your mortgage is one of life’s biggest financial milestones. After years of monthly payments, suddenly owning your home without a mortgage can significantly reduce your household expenses and financial risk. It can also raise an important question: "Do I still need life [...]

Should You Keep Life Insurance After Your Mortgage Is Paid Off?2026-09-01T14:07:49+00:00

Can You Have More Than One Life Insurance Policy in Canada?

Can You Have More Than One Life Insurance Policy in Canada? If you already have life insurance but your financial responsibilities have changed, you may be wondering whether you need to replace your existing policy or simply purchase another one. The good news is that Canadians can generally own more than one life insurance policy [...]

Can You Have More Than One Life Insurance Policy in Canada?2026-09-01T13:44:53+00:00

What Does a Life Insurance Broker Do? A Canadian Consumer’s Guide

What Does a Life Insurance Broker Do? A Canadian Consumer’s Guide Buying life insurance can seem straightforward until you begin comparing policies. Term lengths, permanent coverage, medical underwriting, conversion privileges, premiums, riders, and insurer-specific requirements can quickly make the decision more complicated. This is where a life insurance broker can help. Rather than representing only [...]

What Does a Life Insurance Broker Do? A Canadian Consumer’s Guide2026-09-01T13:19:50+00:00
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