The Merit Group Insurance Brokers

08/11/2026

🚛 Quick question: if two of your drivers were in the same truck this week, are you 100% sure both of them are covered?

Ontario's July 1 auto reform confirmed it — optional accident benefits now depend on who's specifically listed as a driver on your policy. For fleets with rotating schedules, that list can fall out of date fast, and insurers don't all handle updates the same way.

The scary part? You usually don't find out someone's missing from the list until there's already a claim on the table.

👉 Don't wait for a claim to find the gap. Ask your Merit Group broker to confirm exactly who's listed on your fleet policy today.

08/03/2026

🏏 Proud to support the London Premier League as the Official Man of the Match Sponsor!

Congratulations to this week’s Man of the Match on a well-deserved performance. 🏆

We’re especially proud to have our own Chittaranjan Mehta present the award on behalf of The Merit Group Insurance Brokers. Supporting local sports and the communities they bring together is something we’re honoured to be part of.

Congratulations to all the players, teams, and organizers on another great match. We look forward to the rest of the season!

Call or Email Chittaranjan about your insurance needs [email protected] 519-657-5500.

The Merit Group Insurance Broker inc., in London, Ontario. Offering a wide range of insurance produ

07/24/2026

Big News!

Josh Steacy is thrilled to announce he has joined The Merit Group — bringing his trusted expertise in home, auto, and business insurance to a new team.

Same face. Same honest advice. Same commitment to finding you the right coverage at the right price.

Whether you are insuring your home, your vehicle, or your business, Josh and The Merit Group team are here to answer your questions and make sure you are properly protected — no confusing jargon, just straight answers from people who know insurance.

📍 Proudly serving Kingston, Ontario 📞 Reach out today for a free, no-obligation quote or policy review: 519-657-5500 | Toll-free: 1-877-463-5500 ✉️ [email protected]

The Merit Group Insurance Broker inc., in London, Ontario. Offering a wide range of insurance produ

07/23/2026

🏌️ We are happy to be working with our friends at Strickland's Stratford Toyota and M&T Printing Group supporting KidSport London's Annual Golf Tournament again this year!

KidSport helps kids play the sports they love, no matter their family's financial situation. Last year's tournament raised over $27,000 — and we're excited to help push that even further this year. 🚗⛳

📅 August 12, 2026�📍 The Oaks Golf & Country Club, Delaware, ON

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07/22/2026

Your Insurance Team Matters 🤝

At The Merit Group, we believe advice and service matter just as much as the policy itself. That is why Moe Faragalla and our team are here to take care of your Home, Auto, and Business insurance needs — with the local, personal attention you deserve.

No call centers. No guesswork. Just real people who know your name and have your back.

📞 Call us today at 519-657-5500
📧 Email Moe directly at [email protected]
🌐 meritgroup.ca

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The Merit Group Insurance Broker inc., in London, Ontario. Offering a wide range of insurance produ

07/22/2026

Your Insurance Team Matters 🤝

At The Merit Group, we believe advice and service matter just as much as the policy itself. That is why Moe Faragalla and our team are here to take care of your Home, Auto, and Business insurance needs — with the local, personal attention you deserve.

No call centers. No guesswork. Just real people who know your name and have your back.

📞 Call us today at 519-657-5500
📧 Email Moe directly at [email protected]
🌐 meritgroup.ca

07/21/2026

⚠️ If you're ever at fault, you could be more exposed than you think.

Ontario's July 1 auto reform shifted more financial risk onto at-fault drivers. If the person involved in your accident doesn't have their own coverage, more of that claim can land on your liability limits instead. That's why more drivers are reviewing — and raising — their liability limits.

Income replacement benefits alone can be worth up to $500,000 over a lifetime, so a small policy adjustment now could save you a lot later.

👉 Ask your Merit Group broker if your liability limits still protect you under the new rules.

07/15/2026

🎡 SAVE UP TO 35% ON THE 2026 WESTERN FAIR! 🎡

Support the Rights and Responsibilities Awareness Initiative and save up to 35% on your 2026 Western Fair tickets! Grab yours before August 28th:

🎟️ SuperPass (All Ages): $45 — Save $25
🎟️ General Admission (11-64): $15 — Save $5
👶👵 Kids 10 & under and adults 65+ get FREE gate admission!

✅ Valid any day of the fair — September 11-20
✅ Skip the gate lineup, buy online in advance
✅ $1 back per General ticket & $2 back per SuperPass goes right back to support our initiative!

🔑 Use access code 2026YJ93KFX9 at checkout to unlock your discount!

📩 Add tickets to cart, complete your purchase, then print at home or show your phone at the gate.

📍 Western Fair District, London ON

06/29/2026

🚗 Big Changes to Ontario Auto Insurance — Effective July 1, 2026!

Ontario's auto insurance system is changing today, and every driver needs to know what it means for them.

Starting July 1st, many accident benefits that were once automatically included in your policy are now optional. This includes:

✅ Income Replacement Benefits
✅ Caregiver Benefits
✅ Non-Earner Benefits (students, stay-at-home parents)
✅ Death & Funeral Benefits
✅ Visiting Expenses for hospitalized family members

Only medical, rehabilitation and attendant care benefits remain mandatory.

This "à la carte" model gives you more flexibility — but it also means you could be left without important protection if you don't review your coverage.

⚠️ Don't assume your current policy still has you fully covered. If you're renewing or buying a new policy, ask your broker exactly what's included.

Our team is here to help you understand what coverages make sense for your life — your family, your job, your needs.

📞 Talk to one of our Brokers today. We're local, we're knowledgeable, and we're here for you.



FSRA - Official Ontario Auto Insurance Reform Details
https://www.fsrao.ca/industry/auto-insurance/changes-statutory-accident-benefits-coverage-ontario-july-1-2026

Insurance Bureau of Canada - What's Changing July 1st
https://www.ibc.ca/issues-and-advocacy/auto-insurance/ontario-auto-insurance-changes

12/09/2025

To give everyone the opportunity to spend some more time with family and friends we have reduced office hours over the holiday season.