{"id":15803,"date":"2017-10-27T09:54:34","date_gmt":"2017-10-27T13:54:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/retail-insurance-online-quote\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T02:15:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T06:15:57","slug":"retail-insurance-online-quote","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/retail-insurance-online-quote\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Online Retail Insurance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>#ez-toc-container{display:none!important}<\/style>\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"InsuranceAgency\", \"name\": \"Assur360 \u2014 Retail Insurance\", \"description\": \"Retail insurance in Quebec: inventory, property, commercial liability, business interruption, theft. From $800\/year. Free quote in 2 minutes.\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/assurance-commerce-de-detail\/\", \"telephone\": \"1-866-357-4451\", \"areaServed\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"name\": \"Quebec, Canada\"}}\n<\/script>\n\n<div style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0d1f2d 0%,#1a3a4a 100%);padding:60px 24px;text-align:center;border-radius:0 0 16px 16px;margin-bottom:40px;\">\n  <p style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:3px;text-transform:uppercase;margin:0 0 16px;\">RETAIL<\/p>\n  <h2 style=\"color:#ffffff;font-size:32px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 20px;line-height:1.3;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Retail-Insurance-in-Quebec\"><\/span>Retail Insurance in Quebec<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n  <p style=\"color:#94a3b8;font-size:16px;margin:0 auto 32px;max-width:700px;line-height:1.6;\">Boutique, store, convenience store, jewelry store, specialty store: protect your <strong>inventory, your premises and your sales<\/strong> with coverage adapted to the retail sector.<\/p>\n  <div style=\"display:flex;gap:16px;justify-content:center;flex-wrap:wrap;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/online-business-insurance-quote\/\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#10c4c7;color:#ffffff;padding:14px 32px;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;font-size:16px;\">Get my free<\/a>\n quote<a href=\"tel:+18663574451\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:transparent;color:#ffffff;padding:14px 32px;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;font-size:16px;border:2px solid #ffffff;\">1-866-357-4451<\/a>    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);gap:16px;max-width:1200px;margin:0 auto 40px;padding:0 24px;\">\n  <div style=\"text-align:center;padding:20px 12px;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;\">\n    <div style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:1.8rem;font-weight:800;\">From $800<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#64748b;font-size:0.85rem;\">Annual premium<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align:center;padding:20px 12px;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;\">\n    <div style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:1.8rem;font-weight:800;\">Inventory<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#64748b;font-size:0.85rem;\">Real value<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align:center;padding:20px 12px;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;\">\n    <div style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:1.8rem;font-weight:800;\">2 min<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#64748b;font-size:0.85rem;\">Quick Quote<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align:center;padding:20px 12px;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;\">\n    <div style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:1.8rem;font-weight:800;\">AMF<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#64748b;font-size:0.85rem;\">Certified brokers<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The retail trade has several risks: <strong>shoplifting, burglary, window breakage, water damage, fire, customer lawsuit following a fall, break in the cold chain<\/strong>. Retail insurance in Quebec combines several essential coverages in a single policy adapted to your activity and your volume of business. <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;gap:40px;margin:40px 0 56px;background:linear-gradient(145deg,#f8fafc,#f0f9ff);border-radius:20px;padding:40px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;flex-wrap:wrap;\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/spcdn.shortpixel.ai\/spio\/ret_img,q_cdnize,to_auto,s_webp:avif\/www.assur360.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/assurance-commerce-detail.jpg\" alt=\"Modern Retail \u2014 Assur360 Insurance\" style=\"width:45%;max-width:420px;border-radius:16px;flex-shrink:0;height:auto;\" loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n  <div style=\"flex:1;min-width:280px;\">\n    <p style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;margin:0 0 12px;\">IN BRIEF<\/p>\n    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-size:26px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.3;font-family:'Sora',sans-serif;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Retail-Trade-Insurance\"><\/span>Retail Trade Insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n    <p style=\"color:#475569;font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 12px;\">Any commercial store in Quebec needs a combination of <strong>property(inventory + equipment) + general liability + business interruption + crime (theft\/employee fraud).<\/strong> Average premium: <strong>$1,800 to $6,500\/year<\/strong> depending on the sector. <\/p>\n    <p style=\"color:#475569;font-size:15px;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\"><strong>3 Essential:<\/strong> 1) Sufficient insurance limit to replenish 100% of the inventory, 2) Business interruption covering <strong>12 to 24 months<\/strong> (not just 6), 3) Employee crime coverage (15% of commercial frauds). <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-does-retail-insurance-cover\"><\/span>What does retail insurance cover?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:20px;max-width:1200px;margin:24px auto;\">\n  <div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;\">\n    <h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 12px;\">Property and inventory<\/h3>\n    <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">Merchandise, equipment, furniture, signs, shop windows. Replacement cost or depreciated value depending on your choice. <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;\">\n    <h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 12px;\">Business interruption<\/h3>\n    <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">Loss of income during the closure (fire, water damage), additional costs of temporary relocation.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;\">\n    <h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 12px;\">Civil liability<\/h3>\n    <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">A customer slips in your shop, injury caused by a product sold, damage to rented premises.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;\">\n    <h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 12px;\">Theft and burglary<\/h3>\n    <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">Armed robbery, burglary outside of business hours, theft of an employee (with loyalty endorsement).<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;\">\n    <h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 12px;\">Equipment breakdown<\/h3>\n    <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">Cash registers, POS, refrigerators (convenience store, butcher shop), air conditioning, specialized commercial equipment.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;\">\n    <h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 12px;\">Goods in transit<\/h3>\n    <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">Deliveries from suppliers, transfer between branches, returns to manufacturers.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0d1f2d 0%,#1a3a4a 100%);border:2px solid #10c4c7;border-radius:12px;padding:32px;margin:40px auto;max-width:1200px;color:#ffffff;\">\n  <h3 style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:1.3rem;margin:0 0 16px;\">\ud83d\udca1 Broker&#8217;s advice<\/h3>\n  <p style=\"color:#e2e8f0;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">The <strong>value of the inventory varies greatly<\/strong> throughout the year (end of summer, holiday season, sales). Tell your insurer the <strong>maximum value you can expect<\/strong>, not an average. A claim in November with an inventory declared for June may result in reduced compensation (co-insurance clause). Your Assur360 broker automatically adjusts seasonal limits.   <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently-Asked-Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"max-width:1200px;margin:0 auto 40px;\">\n  <details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">How much does retail trade insurance cost in Quebec?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">For an independent business of 200 to 500 m\u00b2 with an average inventory of $75,000: between $800 and $2,500 per year. Luxury goods stores, jewelry stores or convenience stores typically pay $2,500 to $6,000 due to the risk of theft and perishables. <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">My lease obliges me to take out civil liability \u2014 what is the limit?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">Most commercial leases require a limit of <strong>$2 million to $5 million<\/strong>, plus the addition of the owner as <strong>an additional insured<\/strong>. Your broker issues the required certificate within 24-48 hours. <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">Are my products on sale covered if they cause damage to a customer?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">Yes, via <strong>product liability<\/strong> (included in the commercial liability). Example: a cosmetic causes an allergic reaction, a toy breaks and injures a child, a food causes poisoning. The cover covers the costs of prosecution and compensation.  <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">What happens if the cold chain breaks in my convenience store?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">The &#8220;loss of refrigerated products&#8221; endorsement covers perishable goods lost due to an electrical failure, compressor failure or prolonged outage. Typically capped at $10,000 to $50,000 depending on your volume. <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">Am I covered for employee theft?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">Not by default. A fidelity bond must <strong> be added. Typical cost: $150 to $500 per year for a limit of $25,000. Highly recommended for businesses with cash register and handling of valuable inventory.<\/strong>   <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">My business sells online \u2014 is it covered?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">Online sales add risks: <strong>credit card fraud, lost delivery, international litigation, chargebacks<\/strong>. An e-commerce endorsement or additional cyber insurance is required. Your broker evaluates your online volume and offers the right protection.  <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">Are vandalism and riots covered?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">Yes, via <strong>vandalism and mischief<\/strong> (included in most policies) and <strong>riots and popular movements<\/strong> (often included) coverage. Check that your neighbourhood is not excluded (certain city centres at risk). <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">My premises are rented \u2013 do I need to insure the building?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">No, it is the obligation of the owner. However, you must insure your <strong>leasehold improvements<\/strong> (partitions, flooring, special light fixtures, signage) and your belongings. The lease usually specifies the required limits.  <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<details style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:20px 24px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.05rem;list-style:none;\">Can I bundle insurance from multiple locations?<\/summary>\n    <div style=\"padding:20px 24px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;\">Yes, and it&#8217;s even recommended \u2014 a <strong>multi-location program<\/strong> offers an overall premium that is 15-25% lower than a bundle of individual policies, with only one deductible per claim. Available from 2 locations. <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Retail-Businesses-Across-Quebec\"><\/span>Retail Businesses Across Quebec<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-radius:12px;padding:28px;margin:24px auto 40px;max-width:1200px;\">\n  <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 12px;\">Assur360 supports businesses throughout Quebec: <strong>Montreal<\/strong>, <strong>Quebec City<\/strong>, <strong>Laval<\/strong>, <strong>Gatineau<\/strong>, <strong>Longueuil<\/strong>, <strong>Sherbrooke<\/strong>, <strong>Trois-Rivi\u00e8res<\/strong> and <strong>Saguenay<\/strong>. Our brokers serve independent retailers, franchises and regional chains in all cities and regions. Each sector has its own particularities: the jewelry store on Sainte-Catherine in Montreal does not have the same risk as a fashion store in Quebec City.  <\/p>\n  <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">100% online quote, free of charge, with comparison of several Canadian insurers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional-Coverage-to-Consider\"><\/span>Additional Coverage to Consider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(260px,1fr));gap:16px;max-width:1200px;margin:24px auto;\">\n  <a href=\"\/assurance-boutique-de-velo\/\" style=\"display:block;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;padding:20px;text-decoration:none;color:#0d1f2d;transition:all .2s;\">\n    <strong style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:0.85rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;\">Also useful\u2192<\/strong>\n    <div style=\"font-weight:700;margin-top:8px;\">Bike shop insurance<\/div>\n  <\/a>\n<a href=\"\/assurance-boutique-de-vetements\/\" style=\"display:block;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;padding:20px;text-decoration:none;color:#0d1f2d;transition:all .2s;\">\n    <strong style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:0.85rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;\">Also useful\u2192<\/strong>\n    <div style=\"font-weight:700;margin-top:8px;\">Clothing boutique insurance<\/div>\n  <\/a>\n<a href=\"\/assurance-boutique-de-sport\/\" style=\"display:block;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;padding:20px;text-decoration:none;color:#0d1f2d;transition:all .2s;\">\n    <strong style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:0.85rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;\">Also useful\u2192<\/strong>\n    <div style=\"font-weight:700;margin-top:8px;\">Sports shop insurance<\/div>\n  <\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/business-insurance-3-minute-quote\/\" style=\"display:block;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px;padding:20px;text-decoration:none;color:#0d1f2d;transition:all .2s;\">\n    <strong style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:0.85rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;\">Also useful\u2192<\/strong>\n    <div style=\"font-weight:700;margin-top:8px;\">Business Insurance<\/div>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Official references<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cqcd.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Quebec Retail Council<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibc.ca\/fr\/assurance-des-entreprises\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Insurance Bureau of Canada (Business)<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background:#f0fdfa;border:2px solid #10c4c7;border-radius:12px;padding:30px;margin:40px auto;max-width:1200px;\">\n  <h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-size:1.15rem;margin:0 0 16px;\">\ud83d\udee1 Why trust Assur360?<\/h3>\n  <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:16px;\">\n    <div style=\"text-align:center;padding:12px;\">\n      <div style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:1.5rem;font-weight:800;\">AMF<\/div>\n      <div style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.85rem;\">Certified brokers<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div style=\"text-align:center;padding:12px;\">\n      <div style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:1.5rem;font-weight:800;\">Chamber of Insurance<\/div>\n      <div style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.85rem;\">Insurance Chamber<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div style=\"text-align:center;padding:12px;\">\n      <div style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-size:1.5rem;font-weight:800;\">100K+<\/div>\n      <div style=\"color:#334155;font-size:0.85rem;\">Submissions processed<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0d1f2d 0%,#1a3a4a 100%);padding:48px 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