With Canada Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what it really means to buy Canadian. From food to furniture to services, “buying Canadian” isn’t just a feel-good gesture, it has real, practical benefits for consumers, communities, and businesses alike.

While “Made in Canada” labels are common in supermarkets, they don’t always tell the full story. In fact, government regulations allow products to carry that label if just 51% of production costs are incurred in Canada, meaning a significant portion of ingredients or materials may still be imported.

When you work with Accomsure, you’re working with a company that’s as Canadian as the maple leaf. We were founded in Alberta and have representatives on the ground across the provinces, from Vancouver to Halifax. We live where your customers live. Check out our origin story here.

But why is working with a Canadian company better? Here are three reasons that go beyond the maple leaf:

 

  1. Pay in Canadian Dollars — and Get More for Your Money

When you work with a Canadian company, you pay in Canadian dollars and that can go a long way.
With the Canadian dollar typically weaker than the U.S. dollar (hovering around $0.73–$0.76 USD in recent years), spending within Canada often means more value for your budget. Whether you’re handling claim costs, booking accommodation, or working with vendors, you’re getting more for each dollar.

Paying in local currency also means:

  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Simplified tax compliance and accounting
  • More transparency and predictability in your spending

Most importantly, you avoid the headache of fluctuating exchange rates. International transactions can introduce volatility, the fee that was $100 today may cost $110 tomorrow simply due to currency shifts. For insurers managing large claim volumes or families budgeting temporary housing, that unpredictability adds stress. Paying in Canadian dollars removes that risk.

 

  1. Local Knowledge = Faster, Smarter Service

Canada isn’t one-size-fits-all. From high-rise living in downtown Toronto to rural communities in northern Saskatchewan, needs vary and so do solutions.

Choosing a Canadian provider means working with people who understand your region. Whether it’s placing a family near their child’s school after a fire, navigating winter placement in Nunavut, or knowing the rental landscape in post-CAT Jasper, local knowledge means faster decision-making and better outcomes. Check out the Canadian Underwriter article on what Accomsure did in Jasper here.

Some examples:

  • Québec’s Civil Code governs leases differently than common law provinces — local understanding helps avoid costly missteps.
  • Bilingual support isn’t just a checkbox; it’s essential in areas like Gatineau, Laval, and parts of New Brunswick. (Our French site is available here)
  • Climate knowledge matters — a placement that works in July might not be viable by October in Calgary.
  • Neighbourhood nuance matters — knowing the difference between Kensington and Tuscany in Calgary, or between West End and Kitsilano in Vancouver, can dramatically affect comfort, commute times, pricing, and availability. Local familiarity ensures smarter, more tailored placements.

At Accomsure, our team understands the nuances, regulations, and real estate realities that shape housing choices.

 

  1. Buying Canadian Builds Community Resilience

When you support Canadian businesses, you’re helping fuel the same communities your insureds live in. Every dollar spent domestically helps:

  • Create and sustain jobs across cities, suburbs, and small towns.
  • Strengthen local supply chains, from cleaners and tradespeople to hotel managers and movers.
  • Reinvest in recovery, taxes paid by Canadian companies help fund local infrastructure, emergency services, and disaster response efforts.

The impact is direct: the dollars stay here, the services stay local, and the benefit extends beyond the immediate transaction. You’re not just solving a problem — you’re helping communities rebuild stronger.

 

Why It Matters

Working with a Canadian company isn’t just a patriotic gesture, it’s a smart, strategic choice. You gain cost advantages through currency, faster service from people who know your region, and a deeper sense of accountability backed by Canadian standards, laws, and values.

At Accomsure, we’re proud to be Canadian. With our headquarters in Calgary and local representatives from coast to coast, we support families and insurers with housing solutions that are fast, thoughtful, and rooted in local understanding.

As we celebrate Canada Day, we’re reminded that buying Canadian isn’t just about waving a flag, it’s about building a stronger, more connected country together.