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School is back in session, bringing excitement for students and parents alike. However, the increase in traffic also brings several risks, especially for pedestrian safety. The top three unsafe behaviours exhibited by drivers in school zones include speeding, illegal parking and distracted driving. Shockingly, nearly half of Canadians have witnessed speeding in schools zones at some point. Prioritizing school zone safety can significantly reduce the risk of accidents and ensure safer roads for all. Additionally, maintaining safe driving habits can lead to lower insurance premiums – a win-win! This blog serves as your ultimate guide to school zone safety, answering questions like, “what’s the speed limit in a school zone?” and offering safety tips to enhance protection for drivers, cyclists and students alike. Keeping reading to learn more.

Introduction Winter driving can be dangerous for a variety of reasons. First, the roads are often icy and wet, which means it's easy for your tires to lose traction and skid. Second, winter weather is more likely to lead to collisions than summer months because people drive more slowly in bad weather. All-season tires are not ideal for the winter roads, so it's important to make sure you have winter tires installed on your vehicle before you hit the road this season!

Did you know that it’s car safety month? Each October the auto industry encourages Canadian drivers to take the initiative before the weather turns cold and ensure their car is ready for the winter ahead. Acumen Insurance Group is all for this month-long safety initiative. Since our inception over 30 years ago, our insurance brokers have been committed to helping clients like you find great insurance coverage across Ontario. And it doesn’t stop there! Our brokers want you to maximize your policy’s security and your well-being by providing you with the education you need to stay safe and make informed decisions.