Bluenose Insurance Brokers Ltd.

We are thrilled to announce that we are the chosen charity this year for the local Tim Hortons restaurants Smile Cookie Campaign! The Campaign kicks off Septem...ber 14th and runs until September 20th. Help us build an inclusive community by buying a Smile Cookie during this period at any local Tim Hortons in the CBRM, and all proceeds will go towards the Beyond the Horizon Building Campaign.

Getting through hump day with a little sugar! Thanks Jody!

Shopping for new car insurance? Collision, specified perils, comprehensive and all perils are among the additional coverage options available. Speak to your ins...urance rep. about the type of coverage that best suits your needs. Learn more: http://www.ibc.ca//auto/buying-auto-insu/types-of-coverage #Insurance101 #KnowYourPolicy See more

Have you seen us in your off-road travels? Were on our ATVs, and issued 11 tickets over the last 2 days for driving on roadways and without permits. We also s...eized and towed 9 bikes from drivers. If you own and operate an off-road vehicle, please do it safely and responsibly. Always remember to wear a helmet, maintain a valid permit and drive in designated areas only. Driving on regular roadways is subject to fines under the Off-Highway Vehicles Act: this includes all sidewalks, as well as the Grand Lake Road Multi-Use Path. Information about driving off-road vehicles in Nova Scotia is available from the Department of Natural Resources at https://novascotia.ca/natr/ohv/.

Help us wish Gayle the happiest birthday!!!!

Buying a new home? After making an offer, the inspection from a licensed home inspector is one of the first steps to take before finalizing your purchase. Here is what you need to know: https://travl.rs/2PJo8Yc.

To ensure the safety of our clients and staff we must ask that you wear a mask when entering the office. Also, just as a reminder, our offices are open for payments. If you need to speak or see a Broker this is by appointment only. Please call beforehand to make arrangments.... Thank you for your cooperation, stay safe!!

For Sydney Police: 902-563-5097 EHS - toll free number is the same across Province

As restrictions continue to be lifted and people become comfortable going away for the weekend, remember to plan ahead and make arrangements to ensure your home and cars are safe while youre away. Learn more: http://www.ibc.ca//ibc-top-10-vacation-tips-for-protecting

Our offices will be closed tomorrow for Canada Day. Have a safe holiday!

Happy belated (yesterday) birthday to Jody!! We hope you had a fantastic day!

If you own and operate an off-road vehicle, please do it safely and responsibly. Always remember to wear a helmet, maintain a valid permit and drive in designa...ted areas only. Driving on regular roadways is subject to fines under the Off-Highway Vehicles Act: this includes all sidewalks, as well as the Grand Lake Road Multi-Use Path. We covered 250 km on our ATVs last week, to address safety concerns; officers stopped more than 50 vehicles and issued 9 Summary Offence Tickets for driving on roadways and without permits. Information about driving off-road vehicles in Nova Scotia is available from the Department of Natural Resources at https://novascotia.ca/natr/ohv/.

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Speeding and stunt driving have no place on Canadian roads. If you exceed the limit, police officers have the right to give you a fine, suspend your license and in serious cases, lay criminal charges. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2A3BA4d #RoadSafety

Although traffic may be lighter, thats not an excuse to speed or drive distracted. Lives are at stake when you drive dangerously. Just dont do it. http://bit.ly/2W9X5H9 #LikeLike #RoadSafety

To our Valued Clients, Over the last several weeks we have been operating through phone and internet only. Fortunately, we are pleased to inform you that our offices are ready to open again to the public. To help keep our clients and staff as safe as possible, we will be seeing clients by appointment only starting June 1st, 2020. We kindly ask that you call the office in advance to book your appointment. We greatly appreciate your business and patience! Thank you,

Our office will be closed tomorrow for Victoria Day.Our office will be closed tomorrow for Victoria Day.

From ensuring that important documents are not stored in your basement to installing a sump pump, there are many ways to help prevent water damage to your property. Learn more: bit.ly/388EFva

If you are involved in a collision, #KnowYourTow rights. Follow these safety tips and print out a copy of this collision report form for your glove box this #NationalRoadSafetyWeek. #CRSW2020. cc: Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police

You need insurance coverage that fits your lifestyle - a broker can help. Brokers search multiple markets looking for the best coverage specifically for your n...eeds. Your Best Insurance is an Insurance Broker To find a broker in NS, please visit ibans.com #NSBrokerAdvantage

Bluenose Insurance Brokers are here to help. We may be at home but we are still working for you! We are still available to answer your questions and more via phone, email, and our website at www.bluenoseinsurance.com.

We have decided that the Fall 2020 semester at Cape Breton University will be delivered completely online. It is important to make this decision now, to provide... time to adapt our operations and maintain our commitment to providing an exceptional student experience. For more information and FAQs, visit: https://bit.ly/2YXZFnN

Sudden bursting of plumbing pipes and appliances is typically covered by home insurance policies. But, other forms of flooding may not be covered. Speak to your... insurance provider about whats included in your policy to ensure youre protected. There may be opportunities to add-on additional coverage. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2J3GRsS See more

How can you protect your home and property from flooding? By following the helpful steps found here https://bit.ly/3bUtKru

Our condolences to all those affected by todays tragedy.

Even while were all coping with the pandemic, we still face the same risks from extreme weather, especially flooding, that come every spring. Do what you can n...ow to help mitigate risk. Learn more: http://www.ibc.ca//media-centre/m/prepare-for-flood-season #SpringSeason #SpringThaw #SpringFlood See more

We will be closed tomorrow for Good Friday. We hope you have a Happy Easter! Stay safe!!

Auto insurance crimes not only affect the unsuspecting victims of the collision, but also affect the general public by needlessly using up valuable law enforcem...ent, court and health care resources that could be better used elsewhere. The bottom line is, when they cheat, we all pay. #FPM2020 See more

To help Canadians cope with the financial impact of COVID-19, our member companies are stepping up and offering substantial consumer relief measures. For more, please visit www.ibc.ca.

Bluenose Insurance Brokers continues to actively monitor the ongoing public health situation surrounding COVID-19 pandemic. We continue to be in Full Operation except for client visits to our office as per guidance and recommendations of government authorities. We continue to work with your insurer and are pleased to advise some insurers are offering consumer relief measures in respect to:... Flexible payment options for consumers who are in vulnerable position or facing financial hardship as a result of Covid 19 Waive the NSF fees they would have charged if you have insufficient funds to cover your premium, you remain responsible for any fees your bank may charge you Each insurer is providing unique ways to assist consumers who have changes to their driving habits, please feel free to contact your agent today to discuss in greater detail. We are available through telephone or email during business hours Sydney 8:30 AM to 5:30 pm 902-562-1988 St. Peters 8:30 AM to 5:00 pm - 902-535-1988 Arichat 8:30 AM to 4:30 pm - 902-226-1988 Toll Free Number 1-877-565-1988 Please visit our website for list of all staff email address. We wish you health and safety always. www.bluenoseinsurance.com

Release: More options for testing of COVID-19 were announced today, April 5, to help identify spread within Nova Scotia communities. The province will work wit...h the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) and Emergency Health Services (EHS) on the following options: temporary primary assessment centres, EHS assessment units, a mobile assessment centre and expanded lab testing. "This virus is in our communities, its dangerous and its up to all of us to slow it down," said Premier Stephen McNeil. "Expanding testing will help us identify and respond more quickly to spread in communities but the best defence continues to be following the public health orders. People need to stay home." More detail on the four expanded testing options includes: -- temporary primary assessment centres: will be established in communities with more known cases. The first temporary assessment centre opened today, April 5, in Elmsdale. Like the other assessment centres, people must be referred by 811. Those directed to an assessment centre will have a physical assessment onsite and swabbed if appropriate -- mobile assessment centre: NSHA is working on a mobile assessment centre. Once operational, the centre could be brought into communities temporarily to do assessment and testing -- EHS assessment units: there are now two mobile units, one in the Halifax Regional Municipality and one for the most populated areas of Cape Breton Regional Municipality, staffed by paramedics trained to do at-home testing. They will be used for people who have mobility issues and cannot get to an assessment centre or in situations where a cluster of testing needs to be done, for example at a long-term care home. When someone is referred to an assessment centre via 811, it will be determined whether an EHS assessment unit should be used -- expanded lab capacity: to accommodate the increase in testing, starting April 6, the QEII Health Sciences Centre Microbiology Lab will move to full 24-hour operations. The lab will be capable of processing over 1,000 tests per day "Expanding our testing options means we have the ability to act quickly if were seeing clusters of disease in communities or locations and ensures were able to accommodate vulnerable Nova Scotians and those living in harder-to-reach communities," said Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotias chief medical officer of health. "But testing is only half the battle. We know the disease is in our communities and thats why its more important than ever before to keep your physical distance and only gather in groups of no more than five if its absolutely essential to reduce the spread of this virus." Today Nova Scotia announced 26 new cases of COVID-19 for a total of 262 positive cases to date. Nova Scotia has 9,510 negative test results. Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus . Quick Facts: -- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus -- Nova Scotias Health Protection Act gives the chief medical officer of health the authority to give advice to protect public health and decrease risk to public health presented by communicable diseases such as COVID-19 -- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and remains in effect until noon, April 19 -- there are 22 primary assessment centres in Nova Scotia: 21 operated by the NSHA and one operated by the IWK Health Centre Additional Resources: Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus Government of Canada toll-free information line 1-833-784-4397 The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll free). Kids Help Phone is available 24/7, by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free).

Happiest of birthdays going out to Carrie!!! Have a great day!!

Today is Calebs Courage Superhero Day! Even with the epidemic going on in the World we want to take today to remember a sweet boy and to give support to everyone fighting a battle of their own. Calebs Courage