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Insurance
Life, health, and disability insurance explained in plain language — what each type actually covers, and how to tell if you need it.
Last reviewed June 15, 2026
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Insurance exists to protect the people who depend on you, not to be sold as a product. This section walks through the actual mechanics of life, health, and disability coverage so you can evaluate what you need before anyone tries to sell you anything.
Everything here applies to insurance products licensed under LLQP in Canada, including segregated fund basics.
New to insurance? Start here.
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