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Western Financial Group - Canada

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Western Financial Life Insurance

Western Financial Travel & TravelMate Insurance

Western Financial Business Property & Liability Insurance

COMPANY CONTACT INFORMATION:

Western Financial Group
115 Aspen St.
Leroy , SK S0K 2P0
Website:http://www.westernfinancialgroup.ca/Default.aspx

Customer Service Phone: 306-286-3233
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COMPANY INFORMATION AND BIOGRAPHY:

In May 1996, Western Financial Group which is formerly known as Hi-Alta Capital Inc is established as a junior capital pool corporation listed on the Alberta Stock Exchange. In September 1996, Hi-Alta Capital goes public with its initial acquisition, the acquisition of Hi-Alta Agencies in High River, Alberta. In 2001, Western Financial Group's insurance division, WFG Agency Network Inc. previously known as Western Insurance Network, turns out to be the major insurance broker network in Western Canada.

The Western Communities Foundation was established by Western Financial Group as a non-profit organization formed to sustain the communities in which it operates. Aside from that, a sixth travel office in Olds, Alberta is added to Hi-Alta Travel Ltd., which under the Thomas Cook/Marlin Travel banner has franchises in High River, Okotoks, Strathmore, Brooks and Drumheller, Alberta. In August 2002, Western Financial Group put together an initial strategic investment in Jennings Capital Inc. and in 2003, acquiring extra common shares and now holds a 29.7% interest in Jennings Capital. In January 2003, Bank West, a totally owned subsidiary of Western Financial Group Inc., got an Order to Commence and Carry on Business from the Superintendent of Financial Institutions in Canada). It takes in over $1 million in deposits in its first day of business.

In 2003, Scott Tannas awarded Ernst & Young's 2003 Prairies Entrepreneur of the Year for Professional/Financial Services. In February 2005, Western Financial Group obtained the Federated Life Insurance Company of Canada and the name is changed to Western Life Assurance Company. Western Financial Group moves into head office on April 24, 2006. In January 2008, Bank West celebrates their 5th year anniversary in business. And finally, on July 2, 2009, a lot of local names of offices in the Network were brought under one common brand which is the Western Financial Group.

Product Name Product Description
Western Financial Life Insurance Whether you are travelling the world or staying in Western Canada, Travel Insurance offers relief if an unforeseen medical emergency, flight cancellation, lost luggage or damage to a rental vehicle come about. We believe our TravelMate product is the most excellent in the business, and we believe you will too. Getting the perfect coverage has never been easier as TravelMate. It has no age limit and grants free automatic coverage for travel within Canada, optional pre-existing coverage, more deductible alternatives and claims-free or companion discounts can be applied.

Travel Insurance will supplement your provincial health plan, which gives insufficient coverage for nearly all claims incurred outside your home province. It could result in saving thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket medical and living expenses.

When you choose TravelMate, you will be given a lot benefits that comprises up to $5 million coverage for emergency medical treatment including hospital, doctors’ fees, x-rays, lab work and diagnostic services. You can also use emergency air transportation to Canada or the nearest medical facility. You can have a return of travelling companion if you are transported home and a return of vehicle in a medical emergency. Payments will be direct straight to the hospital. You can coordinate payments with nearly all provincial government plans.
Western Financial Travel & TravelMate Insurance Whether you are travelling the world or staying in Western Canada, Travel Insurance offers relief if an unforeseen medical emergency, flight cancellation, lost luggage or damage to a rental vehicle come about. We believe our TravelMate product is the most excellent in the business, and we believe you will too. Getting the perfect coverage has never been easier as TravelMate. It has no age limit and grants free automatic coverage for travel within Canada, optional pre-existing coverage, more deductible alternatives and claims-free or companion discounts can be applied.

Travel Insurance will supplement your provincial health plan, which gives insufficient coverage for nearly all claims incurred outside your home province. It could result in saving thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket medical and living expenses.

When you choose TravelMate, you will be given a lot benefits that comprises up to $5 million coverage for emergency medical treatment including hospital, doctors’ fees, x-rays, lab work and diagnostic services. You can also use emergency air transportation to Canada or the nearest medical facility. You can have a return of travelling companion if you are transported home and a return of vehicle in a medical emergency. Payments will be direct straight to the hospital. You can coordinate payments with nearly all provincial government plans.
Western Financial Business Property & Liability Insurance From a small corner shop to a global corporation, all businesses require insurance to look after their assets and liabilities. Our business insurance specialists will work personally with you to be aware of your business in order to get the most suitable coverage for your company’s needs.

Some areas and coverage to consider when discussing your business insurance requirements with your broker would involve Property Coverage such as the buildings as well as other property. It would also deal with Business Interruption Insurance, Crime Coverage, Equipment Breakdown and General Liability Insurance. Aside from that, it will tackle the Group Medical Insurance and Higher Deductibles.

At every Western Financial Group office you will also benefit from our industry’s leading Guarantee of Value which includes competitive prices, coverage review, Fairness Guarantee and local, professional staff who care. We make it our mission to receive the opportunity of managing your insurance needs.

We know accidents and emergencies do not most of time occur during regular business hours. To put together a claim after hours, call our toll free 24/7 emergency claims phone line at 1-877-599-7299. It is our assurance that one of our brokers will contact you on the next business day. If you have a claim during regular business hours, call your local Western Financial Group broker.