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Insurance in Ottawa, ON

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RegulatorFSRA
Auto insurancePrivate market
Population~1M
Advisor serviceAvailable
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How auto insurance works in Ontario

  • check_circleOntario auto insurance is sold by private insurers and brokers; rates are filed with and approved by FSRA.
  • check_circleSince July 1, 2026, only medical, rehabilitation and attendant-care accident benefits remain mandatory. Income replacement, non-earner, caregiver, housekeeping, death & funeral and several other benefits became optional — review them at renewal, especially if you are self-employed or a gig driver.
  • check_circleDirect Compensation – Property Damage (DCPD) became optional in 2024; dropping it can save money but shifts risk if you are not at fault.
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Risks insurers price in Ottawa

  • warningTornadoes (Dunrobin 2018) and the 2022 derecho
  • warningIce storms and freeze–thaw damage
  • warningOttawa River spring flooding
  • warningVehicle theft concentrated in the Greater Toronto Area
  • warningBasement flooding and sewer backup after intense summer storms

FSRA licenses life agents (LLQP) and accident & sickness agents; property & casualty brokers are licensed by the Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO).

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Insurance in Ottawa: FAQ

How do I find an insurance advisor in Ottawa?

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Start an instant estimate on Instasure and we’ll match you with an advisor licensed in Ontario for your product and language. Advisors compare multiple insurers and there’s no cost to you.

What insurance risks are common in Ottawa?

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Tornadoes (Dunrobin 2018) and the 2022 derecho; Ice storms and freeze–thaw damage; Ottawa River spring flooding.

Who regulates insurance in Ottawa?

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Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA). FSRA licenses life agents (LLQP) and accident & sickness agents; property & casualty brokers are licensed by the Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO).
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Licensed in Ontario Michael Le Chi, CFP Certified Financial Planner · Contributing author

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