We won’t bore you by explaining how technology has completely transformed every facet of our daily lives, but we will say that it has had surprising effects on something near and dear to our hearts—road safety.

A car accident can come out of the blue. Whether it’s a slight scratch on the door or a fender bender, these mishaps come with their share of stress and emotion. Fortunately, with Intact Insurance’s app and Client Centre, you can file a claim with just a few taps of your finger or clicks of your mouse.

The home of the future is no longer a dream. Today, there are countless products on the market with wireless capabilities, allowing you to control the lighting, music or heat in your home with a single touch or simple voice command. You can even wake up every morning to the sweet smell of a latte prepared just the way you like it! In fact, Marty McFly’s futuristic home in Back to the Future Part II is closer than you might think.