What does liability actually protect?
Think of liability as protection for damage or injury you cause to someone else. If you are legally responsible for an auto accident, it can respond to eligible claims against you, up to your policy limit.
What are Collision, Comprehensive and All Perils?
Collision is mainly for damage to your vehicle from hitting another vehicle or object or rolling over. Comprehensive is for many non-collision losses such as theft, vandalism and certain falling or flying objects. All Perils combines Collision and Comprehensive and adds certain theft protection.
Is All Perils the same as “full coverage”?
Not exactly. “Full coverage” is an informal phrase, not one specific Ontario coverage. Your policy is made up of individual coverages, limits, deductibles and endorsements.
What is DCPD?
Direct Compensation – Property Damage may cover damage to your vehicle, its contents and loss of use when another insured driver is at fault in an Ontario accident and the required conditions are met. Since 2024, Ontario drivers can elect not to claim DCPD, so review this carefully before opting out.
What are Accident Benefits?
Accident Benefits can provide benefits when you are injured in an auto accident, regardless of who caused it. Ontario rules changed July 1, 2026: medical, rehabilitation and attendant care remain mandatory, while several other benefits are optional.
What is a deductible?
Your deductible is the portion of an eligible covered loss that you may have to pay yourself. A higher deductible can sometimes reduce premium, but means more out-of-pocket cost when a deductible applies.
What is OPCF 20 / Loss of Use?
This optional endorsement can help pay for temporary transportation, such as a rental vehicle, while your insured vehicle is being repaired or replaced after a covered loss.
What is OPCF 27?
This endorsement can extend certain coverage when you drive a vehicle you do not own, such as a rental or borrowed vehicle. Coverage and deductibles depend on the endorsement and policy.
What is OPCF 43?
Often relevant for newer vehicles, this endorsement can remove the insurer’s right to deduct depreciation when settling certain covered losses, subject to its terms and eligibility.
What is OPCF 44R / Family Protection?
This can provide additional protection for you or eligible family members when an at-fault driver has too little insurance, no insurance, or cannot be identified, up to the applicable limits.
Do financed or leased vehicles need more coverage?
Your lender or leasing company may require physical damage protection such as Collision and Comprehensive or All Perils. Check the financing or lease agreement.
Can international driving experience count?
It can be considered by some insurers depending on the country, insurer and documentation available. It is worth telling me about your complete driving history.
Do I need to disclose other drivers in my household?
Licensed household members and regular drivers should be disclosed so the insurer can determine how they must be treated on the policy.