About the expert

Jessica is a content marketing manager with PolicyMe. She has over a decade of experience creating content, including 10 years freelancing for nonprofits and small businesses in North America and beyond. She was previously the senior editor handling car insurance content for Silicon Valley startup, and the managing editor for creditcardGenius. She's passionate about breaking down complex financial topics into clear, approachable content that helps readers feel confident about their decisions.

Good content doesn’t just share facts—it guides, encourages, and empowers. I love taking complex topics and breaking them down into simple, actionable insights for people to apply in their day-to-day lives.

12

years of experience

Expertise

  • Health and dental insurance 
  • Car insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Personal finance

Education

  • Post-Graduate Diploma, Pubic Relations, University of Victoria
  • Honours Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, McMaster University

Jessica Barrett

's Latest Post

Manulife Life Insurance Review
Company Reviews
Company Reviews

Manulife Life Insurance Review

September 10, 2025
Jessica Barrett
Best Life Insurance in Canada: Top Companies (Updated Guide)
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Best Life Insurance in Canada: Top Companies (Updated Guide)

August 14, 2025
Erik Heidebrecht
Jessica Barrett
Universal Life Insurance in Canada: Good Investment Strategy or Bad News?
Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Universal Life Insurance in Canada: Good Investment Strategy or Bad News?

August 13, 2025
Jessica Barrett
What is Whole Life Insurance?
Life Insurance
Life Insurance

What is Whole Life Insurance?

August 13, 2025
Erik Heidebrecht
Jessica Barrett
Your Quick Guide to Funeral Insurance in Canada
Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Your Quick Guide to Funeral Insurance in Canada

August 13, 2025
Jessica Barrett
Best Whole Life Insurance in Canada (And Whether It’s Right For You)
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Best Whole Life Insurance in Canada (And Whether It’s Right For You)

July 16, 2025
Erik Heidebrecht
Jessica Barrett
Term vs Whole Life Insurance: What's Better?
Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Term vs Whole Life Insurance: What's Better?

June 12, 2025
Jessica Barrett
Life Insurance Payout in Canada: How Does it Work?
Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Life Insurance Payout in Canada: How Does it Work?

July 31, 2024
Jessica Barrett
Term Life Insurance: What It Is, Who Should Buy It, Who Shouldn’t and What It Costs
Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Term Life Insurance: What It Is, Who Should Buy It, Who Shouldn’t and What It Costs

May 30, 2024
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Best Self-Employed Health Insurance 2025

Best Self-Employed Health Insurance 2025

August 28, 2025
Jessica Barrett
Guide to Health Insurance for Seniors in Canada

Guide to Health Insurance for Seniors in Canada

September 10, 2025
Jessica Barrett
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