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Common Insurance Types and Average Costs in Canada

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Insurance TypeAverage Annual Cost (CAD)What It CoversKey Factors That Affect Cost
Auto Insurance$1,300 – $2,200Liability, collision, comprehensive, accident benefitsProvince, driving history, vehicle type, age, gender
Home Insurance$800 – $1,400Fire, theft, liability, weather damageLocation, home value, size, materials, claim history
Tenant Insurance$200 – $400Contents, personal liability, additional living expensesLocation, contents value, building security
Life Insurance (Term)$300 – $800Death benefit payout during term periodAge, health, term length, smoking status, coverage amount
Life Insurance (Whole)$1,500 – $4,000+Lifetime death benefit + investment componentSame as term + savings component
Health Insurance$600 – $1,200Prescription drugs, dental, vision, extended health careAge, province, employer coverage, existing health conditions
Critical Illness$200 – $500Lump-sum payment upon diagnosis of serious illness (e.g., cancer, heart attack)Age, health, coverage amount
Disability Insurance$500 – $1,500Monthly income replacement in case of disabilityOccupation, income, waiting period, benefit period
Travel Insurance$50 – $300 (per trip)Emergency medical, trip cancellation, baggage lossDestination, trip length, age, existing conditions
Business Insurance$500 – $5,000+Liability, commercial property, business interruption, cyber riskIndustry, business size, revenue, risk exposure
Pet Insurance$500 – $1,000Veterinary bills, surgery, medication for petsType of pet, breed, age, health history

Notes:

  • Auto insurance rates are highest in Ontario and lowest in Quebec.
  • Health insurance often supplements provincial health coverage (e.g., OHIP in Ontario).
  • Life insurance is cheapest when purchased young and healthy.
  • Some insurance types (like home or life) may offer multi-policy or group discounts.