It doesn't happen often, but when an accelerator pedal malfunctions and sticks, the situation is frightening and extremely dangerous. In an instant, the vehicle can accelerate to full speed and be unresponsive to braking efforts.
Wind and hailstorms remain one of the most frequent and severe causes of property damage in Canada. Damage caused by wind and hail costs Desjardins Insurance and its policyholders millions of dollars every year.
Unexpected water in your basement can damage walls and floors, destroy carpeting, ruin furniture and quickly lead to mould. And perhaps the most upsetting of all: as basements are so often used for storage, water downstairs can ruin irreplaceable items like photo albums, antiques and family heirlooms.