Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres has been offering business insurance in our local communities for over 40 years. During that time we have had the privilege of managing the insurance portfolio of many of Vancouver Island`s businesses including commercial buildings, retail operations and professional offices.
Just like you, we are local business people and we care about the success and security of our community business partners. This is delivered every day in our strong commitment to ensure that our business clients are well taken care of.
We invest in strong, long term relationships and take the time to completely understand your business operations. We’ll apply our Commercial Risk Management skills in assessing your specific coverage needs and will deliver solid solutions necessary to properly protect your business investment.
You've Worked Hard to Grow Your Business. Let us Work Hard to Protect It.
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VIIC is proud of our long standing insurer relationships, which provide us with the unique ability to secure the broadest coverage available at highly competitive commercial rates.
Whether you are launching a new business or have a long standing commercial enterprise; small business or large corporation; local or international; conduct business on dry land or at sea – Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres has the proven expertise, commercial agents and local practicality to assist in the long term success of your business operations.
Our commercial insurance professionals offer experienced insurance portfolio management in a diverse range of business industries, including the following:
- Retail
- Office
- Contractors
- Course of Construction
- Commercial Building Ownership
- Wholesale
- Bonding
- Cargo
- Logging
- Commercial Auto
- Commercial Marine
- Manufacturing
- Commercial Farming
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Do I need business insurance? |
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To protect your company and yourself from costly liability, it is very important to have commercial insurance that is tailored to the needs of your company, and the industry in which you conduct your business. |
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What types of commercial insurance do you offer? |
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Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres offers a wide variety of business insurance products including retail, office, contractors, course of construction, commercial building ownership, wholesale, bonding, cargo, logging, commercial auto, commercial marine, manufacturing and commercial farming insurance programs and policies. |
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How do I know what commercial coverage I need for my business? |
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Commercial insurance should be comprehensive so that it fully covers all aspects of your business interests, your employees and in certain circumstances, your personal assets. We recommend sitting down with a VIIC commercial insurance specialist so we can get to know your unique company operations, and put together the right insurance program for your business. |
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I am a sole proprietor business owner. Do I need commercial insurance? |
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Especially for the entrepreneur, it is critical to insure the most important and vulnerable aspects of your company. Depending on the industry in which you do business, you may need liability insurance, building insurance, retail insurance, commercial car or marine insurance, or a policy that protects you and your family from personal liability. |
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How do I file a commercial insurance claim? |
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VIIC takes extreme pride in offering business clients white glove service during the claims process. If you need to file a claim, visit our claims page for complete details and 24 hour contact information. We’ll Take Care of It. |
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How can I obtain a free business insurance quote? |
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VIIC wants to partner with you to insure your business over the long term. To get things started, and for your convenience, we offer a no-obligation custom quote service or you can call us directly by choosing from the Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres location closest to you. We would also be happy to come to your place of business to discuss your insurance needs. |
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How long will it take to settle my business insurance claim? |
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Every commercial claim is different – some more complex than others - and the length of time to settle will depend on the circumstances of the claim. VIIC is committed to working with you through the entire process, ensuring your needs are our number one priority. For detailed information about the claims process, or to file a claim, click here. |
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There are so many insurance companies on Vancouver Island. Why should I choose VIIC? |
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An insurance company is only as good as their customer service – VIIC puts your business first. Our commercial insurance specialists make it a priority to offer professional, speedy and knowledgeable service. We stand behind you and your business, and work hard to streamline the entire insurance purchasing, renewal and claim processes. In every aspect of business client care – VIIC excels; we welcome every opportunity to allow our clients to experience the true meaning of our company adage: We’ll Take Care of It. |
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Who is Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres? |
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We are the largest privately owned insurance brokerage firm on Vancouver Island. We encourage you to read about our illustrious history, dating back to 1863! With 14 conveniently located branches on Vancouver Island, our local, knowledgeable, community-minded business insurance specialists will be on hand to assist with all your commercial insurance needs. We’ll Take Care of It. |
With 14 locations on Vancouver Island, we are conveniently located in your home community.
Call, email or stop by a VIIC office near you and find out how we can help you are covered. Whether you are shopping for residential or business coverage; comparing rates on term life or short term travel insurance...We'll Take Care Of It.
Insurance Office Location Map
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Victoria 321-3980 Shelbourne Street Victoria, BC V8N 6J1 Tel (250) 477.7234 Fax (250) 721.1392 Victoria@viic.ca |
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Ladysmith #15–370 Trans Canada Hwy Ladysmith, BC V9G 1T9 Tel (250) 245.8022 Fax (250) 245.5006 Toll Free: (877-545-8022) Ladysmith@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Sunday: Closed |
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Nanaimo #601 – 5800 Turner Road Nanaimo, BC V9T 6J4 Tel (250) 751.2966 Fax (250) 751.2965 Toll Free: (866) 606.3223 Nanaimo@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sunday: Closed |
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Parksville 146 Alberni Hwy PO Box 1029 Parksville, BC V9P 2H1 Tel (250) 248.3229 Fax (250) 248.9162 Toll Free: (877) 532.3229 Parksville@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm Saturday: 8:30am - 5:30pm Sunday: Closed |
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Qualicum Beach #104-661 Primrose Street Qualicum, BC V9K 2H5 Tel (250) 752.6961 Fax (250) 752.6206 Toll Free: (877) 752.6961 Qualicum@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm Saturday: 8:30am - 5:30pm Sunday: Closed |
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Courtenay |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:30pm Saturday: 9:00am - 4:30pm Sunday: Closed |
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Crown Isle Plaza |
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Comox 1782a Comox Avenue Comox, BC V9M 3M8 Tel (250) 339.4847 Fax (250) 339.3344 Comox@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sunday: Closed |
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Campbell River (Dogwood) 1196 Dogwood Street Campbell River, BC V9W 3A2 Tel (250) 287.9184 Fax (250) 286.9669 Toll Free: (800) 606.3222 Dogwood@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Sunday: Closed |
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Campbell River (Willow Point) 80h Westgate Road Campbell River, BC V9W 1R2 Tel (250) 923.2288 Fax (250) 923.2889 WillowPoint@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Sunday: Closed |
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Quadra Island #2-654 Harper Road Quathiaski Cove, BC V0P 1N0 Tel (250) 285.2333 Fax (250) 285.2577 Quadra@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 4:30pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed |
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Gold River |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 10:00am - 5:30pm Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm Sunday: Closed |
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Port Hardy #1-7053 Market Street Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Tel (250) 949.6900 Fax (250) 949.5900 Toll Free: (866) 808.0333 PortHardy@viic.ca |
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sunday: Closed |
Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres is an authorized ICBC Autoplan vehicle insurance broker