
Eau Claire Partners
Insurance Licensed held in
AB, SK, BC & ON
CML Canadian Mortgage Lender
Licensed in Alberta
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Dale Parry
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Insurance Basics
Discover the various types of personal insurance, including life and disability coverage. We are here to help you navigate the details, ensuring you are prepared for both the present and the future. Our team works closely with you to design a portfolio that adapts to your life changes. We take the time to understand your current needs, future plans, and dreams, so we can effectively manage your insurance journey.
Insurance Terms
Policy & Cost Terms
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Premium: The amount paid for the policy.
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Deductible: Amount paid first by the insured before the insurer pays.
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Claim: request for payment
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Coverage/Limits: The protection and maximum payout amounts.
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Insured: policyholder
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Insurer: company
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Policy: The insurance contract
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Beneficiary: Receives payout (e.g., in life insurance).
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Exclusions: Losses not covered.
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Endorsement/Rider: An addition to the policy.
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Binder: Temporary coverage.
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Wordings: The detailed policy documents.
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Loss: The damage or injury suffered.
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Indemnity: Compensation for a loss.
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Actual Cash Value (ACV): Value after depreciation.
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Replacement Cost (RC): Cost to replace with new item.
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Depreciation: Loss in value over time.
Key Roles & Coverage
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Agent/Broker: Sells policies, represents the insured (broker) or insurer (agent).
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Adjuster: Investigates and assesses claims for the insurer.
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Actuary: Analyzes risks and calculates premiums.
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Underwriter: Decides if a risk is acceptable and at what price.
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Liability Insurance: Covers legal responsibility for others' injuries/damage.
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Property Insurance: Covers physical assets.
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Life Insurance: Pays out upon death.
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Business Interruption: Covers lost income for businesses.
Insurance Plus More
Term Life Insurance
Term life insurance provides financial security for your family by offering a predetermined sum of money in the event of your passing. This financial support can help cover essential expenses such as mortgages, car loans, business debts, burial costs, and other related fees. It ensures that your loved ones are cared for during the difficult period following your passing, alleviating the financial burdens they may encounter.
Permanent Policy
A permanent insurance policy in Canada offers lifelong coverage and a tax-free death benefit for beneficiaries. Premiums can be paid either for a specified period or for the policyholder's lifetime, depending on the policy setup. Unlike term insurance, permanent insurance often includes a cash value component that grows over time, enabling policyholders to access funds through loans or withdrawals. This feature makes it ideal for long-term financial and estate planning. The main types of permanent policies are Non-Participating and Participating Whole Life (the latter features cash value and fixed premiums), as well as Universal Life, which combines insurance protection with investment options.
Living Benefits
In Canada, living benefit insurance offers financial support during your lifetime, unlike traditional life insurance, which pays only upon death. This policy includes optional riders such as Critical Illness, Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Care, covering expenses related to serious illness, injury, or long-term care needs. It helps protect your savings and income by providing lump-sum payments or ongoing income to assist with recovery and daily living expenses.