Auto Insurance

• Ontario’s new auto insurance rules now in effect, but choice comes with some risk

  As part of the new rules, some who may have been previously covered by another driver’s policy such as pedestrians and cyclists may no longer be eligible for accident benefits.

  Canada

  Jul 1
  
• Worries mount that Ontario’s auto insurance changes will increase costs

  In early 2024, as part of Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy’s spring budget, the government overhauled the province’s auto insurance laws to create more flexibility and choice.

  Politics

  Jun 30
  
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• Home insurance costs soared 45% in 6 years due to extreme weather: StatCan

  Vehicle insurance premiums also rose 23.9 per cent due to extreme weather claims, according to Statistics Canada in newly released data.

  Weather

  Jun 16
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• 3 in 4 Canadians say they are paying more for home, car insurance: survey

  A look at local data reveals that car insurance premiums have been rising rapidly, accounting for most household expenditure on insurance.

  Money

  Mar 12
• Privacy watchdog ‘monitoring’ U.S. auto insurance phone tracking lawsuit

  The office of Canada's privacy commissioner says it is 'monitoring' a proposed U.S. class-action lawsuit in which some auto insurers are facing allegations of misusing driver data.

  Consumer

  Mar 11
• Saskatchewan NDP pushes for emergency session over proposed rate hikes

  The Saskatchewan NDP said an emergency session must be called to tackle affordability issues, including proposed rate hikes on power and auto insurance.

  Consumer

  Jan 5
• Ontario’s new auto insurance rules could leave drivers underinsured, critics worry

  While insurance companies will be required to provide medical and rehabilitation coverage as part of the base package, all other benefits will be optional as of July 1, 2026.

  Politics

  Dec 17, 2025
• Why your car insurance is likely getting more expensive in 2026

  Car insurance premiums in Canada have been getting more expensive in recent years and insurance experts believe prices will continue to drive up into 2026.

  Consumer

  Dec 11, 2025
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• Intact Financial Corp. sees record quarter after increasing rates, sees limited direct tariff risk

  The insurer reported net operating income of $4.93 per share in the quarter, up 23 per cent from last year.

  Money

  Feb 13, 2025
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• Donald Trump’s steel, aluminum tariffs could increase auto insurance rates: Experts

  The 25 per cent steel and aluminum tariffs declared by Donald Trump could have a widespread effect, including on auto insurance rates.

  Economy

  Feb 10, 2025