The Government of Alberta and Google have both released satellite images of the devastation that the wild fires in Northern Alberta have caused. Alberta's Map Services App comes with a warning that "structures that appear to be standing should not be considered undamaged". While these maps may not provide all the answers that victims are seeking, for many this is a first glimpse into what waits for them back home.

Economical Insurance released a Q & A of some of the most common questions they're receiving from their Fort McMurray home insurance policy holders. Please note that this guide is subject to coverage under Economical and Economical Select property policies only.

Wawanesa, announced today that they will be extending the maximum time of Prohibited Access coverage for their Fort McMurray and area policyholders. This coverage, which normally only lasts for two weeks, will be extended to 30 days to help residents who will most certainly be out of their homes for longer than the original time frame. Please find the full release below. 

Our thoughts are with the community of Fort McMurray as they continue to deal with aftermath of the devastating wildfires. We have reached out to our clients, if you have not heard from us please call or email us, we are here to support you. For our insurance customers who have damages to report or who have been evacuated from their homes and need support with out of pocket, shelter or meal expenses, please contact your insurer using the list below or contact us at 1-855-475-0959 or email us at main@armourinsurance.ca.

For more information about covering emergency expenses while being evacuated, please see our previous article with info on Mass Evacuation Coverage.

In a mass evacuation situation like the one our Fort McMurray neighbours experienced this week, grabbing your birth certificate or other identification isn't the first thing on your mind. We know that things like speaking with your insurance company and getting shelter for your family can be made a lot easier when you have proper identification. So, when Service Alberta announced plans to waive Government fees on certain services today, Armour Registry and other Alberta registries agreed to match their offer and provide these services for free. 

As forest fires ravage Fort McMurray and residents remain under evacuation notice, insurance companies are mobilizing teams, extending hours and preparing to assist the thousands of residents affected by this disaster. For home owners in this area it's important to know how your property insurance can help you through this catastrophe.

Turo is an app that allows car owners to rent out their car to earn some extra cash when they're not using it. They've just launched in Canada and are starting to gain some momentum on Alberta's streets and highways. Here's what you need to know about how your car insurance works when renting your car with Turo.

The roads are clear and driving test times are booking up all over the province. Call in and secure your spot today to book your driving test with Armour Registries.

Thanks to all of the Armour Group Members who entered the 2015 Eco Select Sweepstakes. We gave away 6 cars last year to group members across Canada and hundreds of $100 gift cards. We enjoyed this program so much that we've decided to run it again for 2016. This is open to all Armour group members, but you have to enter to win. Here's how to enter: