Winnipeg car insurance
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How car insurance in Winnipeg works
Matt Hands, VP, Insurance
Winnipeg is the capital of Manitoba and its largest city. It's known as the gateway to the west due to it being a transportation hub between the east and west of Canada. The average annual car insurance premium in Winnipeg is just over $1,000. Manitoba operates on a no-fault system, so you’ll receive money from your insurance plan regardless of who’s at fault.
Car insurance in Canada is a requirement and each province has its own coverage requirements.
For Winnipeg drivers, auto insurance is provided through Manitoba Government Insurance (MPI), a crown corporation, who provides Basic Autopac insurance and Optional Autopac insurance coverage packages. It's been this way since November 1, 1971.
There is also optional, and rarely used, coverage available through private insurance brokerages, and even directly from insurance companies (i.e. Aviva Canada, CAA, Wawanesa). For instance, mandatory third-party liability coverage through MPI has a minimum limit of $200,000, but each driver has the option to increase their liability coverage up to $10 million either through MPI or a private insurer.
Mandatory auto insurance in Winnipeg includes:
- Third-party liability - Protects you if you injure someone or damage their property (e.g. car)
- Accident benefits - Covers resulting medical costs and financial help following an accident
- Uninsured Motorist - protects against injuries you suffer from a driver without insurance
Optional car insurance in Winnipeg includes:
- Collision - protects your car if you're at-fault in an accident
- Comprehensive - protects your car from vandalism, theft, and inclement weather
- All perils - Collision, comprehensive, and protection from someone you know stealing your car
- Specified perils - Covers financial losses from specific risks like fire, theft, or flooding.
- Emergency roadside assistance - Covers you for roadside callouts for emergencies
You can also buy specific extensions to your coverage through MPI, such as rental vehicle insurance, new or leased replacement car insurance, or ridesharing coverage.
Mandatory coverage for auto insurance in Winnipeg
Mandatory insurance is mostly about protecting you from damage you may cause to others and their property. Protecting you personal car is available with optional coverages.
Third-party liability
Accident benefits
Uninsured motorist
Optional coverage for auto insurance in Winnipeg
The below coverages are optional, unless you lease your car and your lessor requires them. Typically, new cars will get the optional coverages.
Collision insurance
Comprehensive
Emergency roadside assistance
Specified perils
All perils
Did you know?
Your first distracted driving ticket will cost you three-day license suspension. If convicted, you get a $672 fine and move five levels down the Driver Safety Rating scale. Learn all about how distracted driving can affect your rates.
Factors that impact your Winnipeg car insurance rates
To find cheap car insurance in Winnipeg, you have to know how it works. Even though an insurance application is reasonably standard, you will find several factors beyond your control that impact a risk tolerance calculation, like if you live in an area with higher than average levels of insurance fraud. Here are seven factors MPI considers before offering personal car insurance in Winnipeg:
Driver demographics
Where you live
Vehicle type
Driving history
Driving activity
Type of insurance coverage
Applicable discounts
How to get cheap car insurance in Winnipeg
- Shop and compare
If you're buying a new car, research which cars have the best safety ratings and a low rate of collisions. Typically, minivans and trucks cost less than a sedan. Use IBC's CLEAR table to see how your car measures up.
- Invest in safety technology
A safer car with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) means you could save money, if not on insurance, certainly by avoiding an accident.
- Bundle your policies
If you use the same insurance company for both your home and auto insurance needs, your insurer will often thank you with a dip in premiums.
- Get a multi car discount
If you have multiple drivers and vehicles in the same household, by putting them all on one policy can save you money.
- Increase your deductible
Your deductible is the portion you pay when settling a claim before your insurer will pay the rest. If you’re willing to double your deductible, it could save you money.
- Ask about discounts
If you’re a member of a large corporation, union, or a school alumnus, it could help you get cheaper Winnipeg car insurance.
- Pay premiums annually, instead of monthly
Paying monthly adds administrative costs to your insurer, so if you’re able to pay in full annually you can lower your premiums.
- Maintain a good driving record
If you’re a safe driver, obey the rules of the road and drive according to road conditions you can reduce your chances of an accident. MPI uses a driver safety rating (DSR) scale to determine their rates.
- Install winter tires
You can save up to 3-5% simply by adding winter tires to your car.
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Matt Hands, VP of Insurance
With 6+ years of experience at Ratehub.ca, Matt’s focus has been on growing its newest business unit, Insurance. He is a thought leader and a valuable resource to respected publications across Canada. read full bio
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