Learning Centre

Barn to Bin: Preventing Theft of Agricultural Equipment Across the Prairies

The prairie provinces are a big part of agricultural life in Canada, and they’ve got a rich and colourful history, too! From millions of acres of rolling farmland to cozy barns, the heart of the prairies is in our farmers. Despite the beauty and peace of the farmland, sadly, agricultural machinery getting stolen is a growing concern. Not only do stolen equipment and tools from the farm create a huge financial burden for our farmers, but they can also disrupt rural life. At Sandbox Mutual Insurance, we

The Murphys Go Camping, And Put Their Auto Insurance to the Test

The Murphys are heading on a family camping trip! What could possibly go wrong? Ahh, well… if there’s a way for things to go sideways, the Murphys will find it. Thankfully they’ve got Sandbox in their corner.

The Murphys’ Homeownership Woes: A Tale of Goo, Boats, and Bad Luck

When you’re the Murphys, things …tend to go wrong. A lot. From surprise lightning to alien houseguests, they’ve learned the value of great property insurance from Sandbox Mutual Insurance.

Mr. and Mrs. Murphy own a lovely home on a lovely street, surrounded by all the trappings of a beautiful domestic life. They have a cozy fireplace, a well-manicured lawn, and the all-too-familiar white picket fence. Unfortunately, their home is also surrounded by… weather. 

Communities at Play: Announcing the 2024 Recipients

Sandbox’s Communities at Play program provides deserving communities throughout the prairies with $25,000 each toward their playground project. The initiative began last year in 2023, where we awarded four communities with funds to upgrade their playgrounds.

Preparing for Risky Business

Managing risk is an essential part of every business, large or small, states the Insurance Bureau of Canada: “Theft, fire, vandalism, riots: A host of perils could come your way and you need to be ready for them. You can help control the cost of your insurance premiums and improve your business operations by adopting risk management strategies.”

Many small business owners do not see the benefit of practicing risk management, says Tony Lackey, principal, TL Risk Solutions and lead instructor for the risk management courses at Carleton University.

Rental-Friendly Decorating Tips: A Tenant's Guide

Face it, we’ve all been there when that command strip promises us that it won’t peel the paint off the wall… and then it does. Tenants—we get how frustrating it can be to try and make a space your own while trying not to cause any damage in the meantime. And for landlords, even small decorating mishaps can lead to unexpected repair costs or disputes.

Requirement Over Recommendation: Our Tips for Driving ATVs

First-time ATV driver? Experienced adrenaline junkie? Side-by-side passenger princess? No matter your skill level and how familiar you are with the terrain, accidents happen. We’re here to help you with the ATV Driving Safety Tips that they don’t teach you in school, so put your closed-toe shoes on, top up the tank, and let’s get ready to rumble.

WHAT’S AN ATV?

Cabin and Cottage Safety Essentials: Preparing for Emergencies in Remote Locations

Cabin, cottage, lake house—no matter what you call your home away from home, it’s surely your own version of paradise. The truth of the matter is, most of the time, your haven is remote, not as easily accessible as your full-time home, or there might even be fewer people around. If this is the case, then your cottage may come with its own set of risks and potential losses than your other home does. So, if you’re one of those people who believe life’s better in the woods, then this guide is for you.

Behind the Policy: Decoding the Insurance Lingo of Classic Cars

The arrival of spring is exciting for everyone in the Prairie provinces but has a totally different meaning and level of excitement for classic car owners out there. It’s that time of the year when you open up the garage, finally take that tarp off your classic car, tie up any loose ends, touch up those last-minute spots, and get your shiny toy on wheels ready for the road. What could be better?

Protecting the Powerhouse: Tracking Tips For Your Mechanical Room

Writing it down or snapping a photo are both great ways to remember the date of when a major item in your home was purchased, but what happens when something goes wrong and you can’t find that piece of paper you scribbled on eight years ago? Or you get a new phone, and all your pictures don’t transfer over from the cloud? Moved into a new home and don’t know how old the water heater is? These are the things that just inevitably happen to policyholders everywhere, and we don’t want them to happen to you.