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We cut through the jargon to help you choose the right cover for your family, income, and future — so you can feel secure through every season.

100+ 5-Star ★★★★★ Reviews | 18 years’ experience | Trusted by thousands.

Hi, I'm Kris - your personal Life insurance advisor.

I help everyday New Zealanders choose the right insurance to protect their families, income and future.

No jargon. No overwhelm. Just clear, honest insurance advice you can trust, based on what you actually need.

At Canvas Insurance, I provide personalised insurance brokerage services to guide you on the best cover for your needs, at each stage of life. As a husband and father, I understand the importance of insurance for life’s uncertainties, and with 14 years in insurance, I’m committed to providing exceptional customer service and building long-lasting relationships with my clients.

Insurance for Every Stage of Life

Start with the category that best fits your life right now.

Families

Protect your kids, your partner, and your financial future.

Homeowners

Keep your home secure, no matter what life throws at you.

Self-Employed and Business Owners

Your income depends on you – safeguard it.

Couples and Individuals Without Kids

Protect the lifestyle you’ve built.

Why Families Choose Canvas?

Because the right insurance isn’t just about policies, it’s about people.

Independent advice

I compare NZ’s top insurers for you.

Straightforward, honest guidance

No jargon, no pressure.

Tailored recommendations

Based on your life, budget, and goals.

Help when you need it most

Support at claim time and every year after.

Partners:

How it Works

Don’t get lost in the fine print – talk to a real person who cares. We can even have everything sorted without you needing to leave the couch.

1. 15min Phone Call

First, we start with a brief phone call to understand your unique insurance needs. Whether protecting your family, business, or planning for retirement, we tailor our approach to fit your goals.

2. Quote Compare

Next, we use our expertise and network to find the best policies for your needs and budget. We'll present clear, easy-to-understand quote options so you can make an informed decision.

3. You're Covered

We'll handle all the paperwork and put your new insurance policy in place. If you need to file a claim, you'll have direct access to Kris Haak for support every step of the way.

Testimonials

What My Clients Say?

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   Fatehjit S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Would highly recommend Kris! He was able to through and clearly explain my current policy schedule, and was actually able to offer me better cover for less money. His communication was excellent from start to finish, prompt, professional, and very helpful. Great experience.
  
 
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   Vikrant K 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience, was so easy to talk to and wonderful professional. His support made the process incredibly simple and quick. He is super prompt in responding to queries, which is such a great thing to have in your adviser. Highly recommend !
  
 
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   Nick B 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kris was patient and worked with us to ensure our insurance solution was tailored to our needs. Great communication, efficient and easy to deal with. Highly recommend.
  
 
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   Asha B 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely the best insurance advisor we could have asked for!!! We cannot recommend Kris Haak highly enough. From the very beginning, Kris took the time to genuinely understand our family’s insurance needs, explained the different options clearly, and patiently answered all our questions. His knowledge, professionalism, attention to detail and prompt responses gave us complete confidence that we were making the right decisions. What truly sets Kris apart is how much he genuinely cares about his clients. When we were faced with a critical illness diagnosis, he was there for us throughout the entire claims process. He guided us through the application, promptly helped with the paperwork and was always available whenever we needed support. Our claim was approved and we received the benefit, and we are incredibly grateful for his support. Kris has gone far beyond what we would expect from an insurance advisor. He is caring, responsive and genuinely committed to his clients. Thank you, Kris, for being there for us when we needed you most. We feel extremely fortunate to have you looking after our insurance needs and would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for an advisor who truly puts his clients first. You are simply the best!!!!
  
 
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   R A 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dealing with Kris has been seamless and professional.  His communication was clear and timeous.  Will work with him again!
  
 
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   Duyen D 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kris made the whole process of organising life insurance for me and my husband easy and stress-free. He took the time to compare the best options for our needs, answered all our questions, explained everything clearly, and handled the application process to make sure we got the best cover. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful - we would recommend Kris to anyone looking for an insurance adviser.
  
 
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   Rick 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an excellent initial conversation with Kris. He did good research before our call, and was able to give me really solid information on our health insurance options. His information was pragmatic, unbiased and helpful. And beyond that, Kris is just a really nice person to deal with. Highly recommended!
  
 
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   Desiree D 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was an absolute pleasure to deal with Kris. He was very knowledgeable and great at communicating which made the whole process effortless and easy. Would highly recommend to anyone! 👍
  
 
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   Luke C 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kris made the complicated life insurance process easy. Great communication and everything was explained to us really well. Kris took the time to answer all our questions and made sure we we had the right package that suited us and our needs. Highly recommend
  
 
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   Sala 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kris helped me in securing health insurance for my family, very knowledgeable and gave great options. Very responsive and was able to answer any questions i had. Thanks again for your help Kris :)

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