Win 10 Tickets to the London Knights Game on Family Day

2025 marks our 10th season as a proud sponsor of the OHL’s London Knights! 

To celebrate, we are giving one lucky winner VIP access to the YXU Flight Deck at Canada Life Place for the London Knights vs Flint Firebirds game on Family Day, Monday, February 17!

You can enter DAILY through Sunday, January 26, by visiting our contest page here.

Will Insurance Cover This? Blog Series

Ah, the age-old question – will insurance cover this? It will come as no surprise to many that insurance generally only covers unexpected and accidental losses.

But there are some grey areas, which is why we started our “Will Insurance Cover This?” blog series. We already have several posts up to answer your burning questions, but you can also expect to see new posts monthly throughout 2025. 

Referral Program Winners of 2024

Did you know? Every time you refer a friend to Excalibur Insurance and they get a quote, you receive a $20 Tim Hortons gift card. PLUS, you’re entered in our monthly draw for $100 AND our annual draw for a $2,500 grand prize.

In 2024, we had over 300 referrals to our brokerage, and we genuinely appreciate the trust our clients have in our team.

The monthly $100 referral program winners for 2024 were:
January – Young-Hee Hong
February – Denesh Beharry
March – Yakov Dobrishman
April – Amelia Nardo
May – Dominik Karczewski
June – Jeff Sawyer
July – Michel Fotsing Fokou
August – Jason Mills
September – Ethan Poulin
October – Bradley & Roberta Watson
November – Lukas Simukenas
December – Beniamin Tail

You can refer a friend here.

Stay tuned for our February email newsletter, where we will announce the winner of our $2,500 referral program grand prize!

2024 Giving Back: A Year in Review

Each year, we pledge to donate 5% of our profits back into our community.

Whether it’s donations, sponsorships, volunteering, or participating in local initiatives, it’s all about being part of a larger community that cares. Here are some of the organizations we supported in 2024:

• Aylmer Curling Club
• Brantford City Soccer Club
• Canadian Roofing Contractors Association
• Clinton Public Hospital
• Clinton Raceway
• Coldest Night of the Year
• Dad Club of London
• Flowers Growers Canada
• Grand Bend Speedway
• Guelph Minor Hockey
• Hullett Marsh Provincial Wildlife Area
• Huron Hospice
• London Curling Club
• London Minor Ball Hockey Association
• London Ramblers Basketball
• Mitchell Hawks Hockey
• One Care Home & Community Support (Stratford)
• Outstanding Young Farmers Program
• Port Stanley Festival Theatre
• Region of Waterloo Swim Club
• St. Catharines Rowing Club
• Stratford Aces Girls Hockey
• Sunnyside Foundation
• Tillsonburg Soccer Club

To learn more about how Excalibur Insurance is supporting local communities, visit our Community Giving page.

Have an idea for what charities and organizations we should support this year? You can send us an email at [email protected].

We Are Hiring an Insurance Sales Broker!

Join the Excalibur Insurance team as an Insurance Sales Broker!

This is a flexible home or office-based position in Ontario that involves quoting and closing home and auto insurance sales. We provide you with approximately 200 leads per month.

Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background and a Registered Insurance Broker of Ontario (RIBO) license or equivalent. In addition to salary and commissions, we also provide benefits, an annual bonus, and RRSP contribution matching. If you’re organized, goal-oriented, and eager to succeed, we want to hear from you!

I would like to see the job posting!

What is a First Home Savings Account?

Welcome back to Financial Focus with Chris Burton!

A segment in our monthly newsletter that features posts discussing financial planning, budgeting, tips for finding a good mortgage rate, managing debt, purchasing life insurance, investing in critical illness insurance, and more.

This month, we answer the question, “What is a First Home Savings Account?”

Buying a home is a goal for many people, but saving for that first down payment can be a daunting task. Which is why the Government of Canada introduced the First Home Savings Account (FHSA)—a savings account designed to help first-time homebuyers achieve their dreams of homeownership faster. Launched in 2023, the FHSA combines the benefits of a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) to give first-time buyers a financial boost towards purchasing a home. Dive into this guide that explains how the FHSA works, its benefits, eligibility requirements, and tips to maximize its potential.

Do you have a question for Chris? Email [email protected] and we will try to answer it in a future edition of Financial Focus!

Introducing Our New Company Partners!

Welcome back to our “Insurance Partner Spotlight,” a segment in our newsletter that features our company partners! Since we work with over 40 of Canada’s Top Insurers, our goal is for our clients to better understand the options and speciality products that we have available for them.

This month’s spotlight is on our three new company partners: Optimum General Insurance, The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group, and Edge Mutual Insurance Company.

Following our merger in September with McFarlan Rowlands Insurance, a division of McDougall Insurance & Financial, we now have new coverage options and insurance markets available for our clients. Optimum General Insurance, The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group, and Edge Mutual Insurance Company are the first of several new company additions you can expect to see in the upcoming year!

To learn more about our company partners, click here.

January’s Defender Spotlight – Brenda Jamieson

January’s Defender Spotlight shines on Brenda Jamieson in our London office!

Brenda has been part of the Excalibur Insurance team for almost a year but has over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. Brenda is known for her sharp attention to detail and exceptional commitment to her clients. Her dedication to ensuring the best possible outcomes shines through in everything she does.

Brenda is thorough and proactive, always going the extra mile to make sure her clients’ policies are up-to-date and aligned with their needs. Whether it’s catching crucial details—like an address change that could save hundreds of dollars—or explaining complex insurance terms in a way that’s easy to understand, Brenda consistently delivers a seamless and stress-free experience.

Clients frequently comment on Brenda’s professionalism, care, and ability to find great solutions. Her expertise and personal touch make her a trusted partner in navigating the insurance process.

Thank you, Brenda, for your dedication and the outstanding service you provide to our team and clients! We are so lucky to have you as part of the Excalibur team.