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Car Insurance in Nova Scotia
Drivers in Nova Scotia know that the scenery here is what postcards are made of. With coastal communities and scenic waterfronts, a picture-worthy lighthouse is only a short drive away – so feel confident your auto insurance coverage fits your needs.
In Nova Scotia, Mandatory Car Insurance Coverages Include
In Nova Scotia, types of auto insurance coverage you need to have by law are Liability Coverage, Direct Compensation, Uninsured and Unidentified Automobile Coverage, and Accident Benefits Coverage.
Enhanced and Special Coverage for Nova Scotia
Choose one of these options for beyond-the-minimum protection for your car.
Steps to buy car insurance online
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Start your quote
Begin your quote by answering a few questions. With the information you provide we’ll be able to:
- Assess your needs and recommend coverage
- Determine what discounts are available to you
- Give you the most accurate quote
And of course, it’s all 100% confidential.
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Customize your coverage
Once you've completed your quote we’ll provide you with our recommended coverage options based on your individual needs.
You’ll be able to:
- Adjust your deductible amounts
- Alter your coverage limits
- Proceed with buying online‡
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Set up payment, review coverage and buy
Once you’re satisfied with your coverage, you can:
- Review your payment options
- Confirm your payment method
- And review your summary
Now you can finish the process and put your feet up.
Save 5% on Car Insurance when you quote & buy online2.
Ways you can save
Well, that depends on a few things. We look at several key factors when calculating your auto insurance premium (and so do other insurance companies):
Your car make, model, and year are taken into consideration when quoting you a price. The kind of car you have determines its value, safety features, and how much it would cost to repair damages.
How you drive your car in addition to the number of kilometers you drive every year, including daily commute and business use.
Your driving record, which includes things like the number of years you've all been licensed for, speeding tickets, and accidents.
The area in which you live affects premiums – whether it's Halifax, Sydney, Antigonish, or elsewhere.
The coverage and add-ons you choose might cost more but can provide you with additional benefits that could save you money in the event of an accident.
We offer ways to save with preferred rates for professionals and alumni being one of the ways. Refer to the section below to find all the ways you can save on your insurance.
Here are a few simple tips to save on car insurance in Nova Scotia:
- Insure all your cars with us so you can make the most of our "multi-vehicle discount."
- Insure both your car and home with us so that you qualify for a "multi-line discount."
- Increase your deductible – insurance is really meant to cover you for damages you could never afford on your own.Generally speaking, a higher deductible can mean a lower premium.
- Think about removing collision coverage if you drive an older car. This means weighing the cost of collision coverage with the value of your car and chosen deductibles.
- Maintain a great driving record by remaining claims-free and conviction-free.
- Consider driving a "low-risk" vehicle. Vehicles with a widespread history of theft are more likely to have a higher premium. Read more here.
- Quote and buy car insurance online for extra savings.
Once you've decided on the right kind of auto insurance coverage and deductible amounts with your insurance provider, you will pay for an insurance premium. This will provide you financial protection against physical damage or bodily injury that can happen from traffic collisions. It can also cover liability costs if you ever injure someone else or their property in a car accident. With enhanced and special coverage options, you can explore ways to add extra protection also.
To be eligible for auto insurance, you (and all drivers you wish to include in the policy) must have a valid driver's license. Insurance companies will look at your prior driving record to determine eligibility and rates. Other eligibility restrictions may arise from past convictions. This too will vary depending on when your last conviction occurred and the nature of the conviction.
Other insurance conditions may arise depending on the type of vehicle, its use, and any customizations or modifications made to the vehicle. For example, if you've altered your vehicle to enhance its performance or appearance, most insurance companies would need to assess the vehicle to determine if they could insure it. If you plan on modifying your vehicle, call us first! We will let you know if the changes you plan on making could have an impact on your policy and your premiums.
If you're looking for an auto insurance quote in Nova Scotia, use our online quoter. It's fast, efficient, and will provide you with a personalized quote right now. To get started, you will need your driver's license handy and some basic information about your car. You will also need to provide some specifics about your driving history and the history of other drivers who will likely drive the car. Once completed, the quote will be valid for 45 days, so you can refer to it at any point within that time.
Keep in mind that the minimum car insurance coverage required is determined by the Government of Nova Scotia and may vary in comparison to Ontario, New Brunswick, Newfoundland/Labrador, Alberta, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec. Premiums may also vary depending on the area in which you reside.
Now you can drive along the scenic coastline and feel confident your coverage fits your needs.
‡Conditions apply. Subject to eligibility rules.
Note: You may not always be given the option to buy online. If this happens, we encourage you to call and speak to one of our licensed advisors, or let us call you!
1 Nationally, the 1,604 new TD Insurance customers who were surveyed between March 6th, 2023 to March 16th, 2023 and July 18th, 2023 to August 1st, 2023, who reported their annual car insurance premiums paid to their previous insurance provider and who reported their annual car insurance premiums payable to TD Insurance upon switching their car insurance policy, reported an average annual premium savings of approximately 23%. The survey sample consisted of new customers who switched their car insurance policies to TD Insurance between August 2022 to August 2023. It was conducted with a 95% confidence interval and produced a 3% margin of error. These survey results do not include customers in British Columbia, Manitoba or Saskatchewan. Savings amounts are not guaranteed; actual annual premium savings obtained nationally from switching car insurance policies to TD Insurance varies based on each customer's individual insurance profile and province of residence. Certain conditions, limitations and exclusions apply to all offers.
2 In order to be eligible for the Buy Online Discount for car insurance, you must meet eligibility requirements to buy car insurance online and complete your purchase of this insurance online. Note: You may not always be given the option to buy online. This may occur, for example, if information provided requires additional verification or if your purchase must be completed with an advisor based on your specific insurance needs. If you are unable to buy online, we encourage you to call and speak to one of our licensed advisors or let us call you!
Offers may be changed, withdrawn or extended at any time without notice.
• 10% Auto Insurance Savings (Ontario)
10% savings off eligible coverage in the first policy term is derived from a combination of two separate discounts:
- a 5% Digital Discount for completing the auto insurance quote online, applied when the auto insurance purchase is also completed online. The Digital Discount will continue to be applicable upon policy renewal.
And
- 5% Buy Online Discount in the first policy term for completing the auto insurance purchase online.
Both the Digital Discount and Buy Online Discount are applicable to premiums charged for each of the following coverages: Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Accident Benefits, Uninsured Automobile, Direct Compensation - Property Damage, All Perils, Collision, Comprehensive, Specified Perils, and OPCF 44.
• 10% Home Insurance Savings (not available in Quebec)
A 10% Buy Online Discount in the first policy term will be available to customers for completing the home, condo or tenant Insurance purchase online. The Buy Online Discount is applicable to premiums charged for the base insurance policy and the following endorsements: Above Ground Water, Extended Water Damage and Fuel Overflow or Escape.
• 5% Savings on Home Insurance (Quebec)
A Buy Online Discount of 5% in the first policy term will be available to customers for completing the Home, Condo or Tenant insurance purchase online. The Buy Online Discount is applicable to premiums charged for the base insurance policy and the following endorsements: Above Ground Water, Extended Water Damage and Fuel Oil Overflow or Escape
• 10% Savings on Car Insurance (Quebec)
A Buy Online Discount of 10% in the first policy term will be available to customers for completing the car insurance purchase online. The Buy Online Discount is applicable to premiums charged for each of the following coverages: Civil Liability, Damage to Insured Vehicles (All Perils, Collision or Upset, Comprehensive and Specified Perils).
• 5% Auto Insurance Savings (Alberta)
A 5% Buy Online Discount in the first policy term will be available to customers for completing the car insurance purchase online. The Buy Online Discount is applicable to premiums charged for each of the following coverages: Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Accident Benefits, Direct Compensation – Property Damage, All Perils, Collision, Comprehensive, Specified Perils, and S.E.F. No. 44
• 5% Auto Insurance Savings (Nova Scotia & Newfoundland)
A 5% Buy Online Discount in the first policy term will be available to customers for completing the car insurance purchase online. The Buy Online Discount is applicable to premiums charged for each of the following coverages: Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Uninsured Automobile, Direct Compensation – Property Damage, All Perils, Collision, Comprehensive, Specified Perils and Uninsured Motorist.
• 5% Auto Insurance Savings (PEI)
5% Buy Online Discount in the first policy term for completing the auto insurance purchase online. The Buy Online Discount is applicable to premiums charged for each of the following coverages: Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Accident Benefits, Uninsured Automobile, Direct Compensation – Property Damage, All Perils, Collision, Comprehensive, Specified Perils and Underinsured Motorist.
• 5% Auto Insurance Savings (Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon)
5% Buy online discount in the first policy term will be available to customers for completing the car insurance purchase online. The Buy Online Discount is applicable to premiums charged for each of the following coverages: Third Party Liability, Accident Benefits, All Perils, Collision, Comprehensive, Specified Perils, and S.E.F. No. 44.
3 As of May 26, 2023, our customers (with insurance policies underwritten by either Security National Insurance Company, Primmum Insurance Company, TD General Insurance Company and TD Home And Auto Insurance Company) who insure their car with us and who meet the claims-free savings criteria applicable to their province or region with regard to the number of years spent claims-free, save an average of:
35%, in Ontario
15%, in Quebec
20%, in Alberta, Yukon, Nunavut and North West Territories
30%, in the Atlantic Provinces
when compared to the premium they would have paid if, within the previous 12 months, they made a claim that would have negatively affected their premium. These claims vary by province and product. Savings are not guaranteed and vary based on the customer's profile, province/region and product.
4 A 10% discount is applied on insurance coverage for private passenger vehicles that are identified as hybrid or electric vehicles, as per the Insurance Bureau of Canada's vehicle description tables.
This discount is applied to premiums for the following coverages: Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Direct Compensation – Property Damage, Accident Benefits, Uninsured Automobile, All Perils, Collision or upset, Comprehensive, Specified Perils and OPCF 44.
Mailing address:
TD Insurance (Corporate Secretariat)
50, Place Crémazie
12th Floor
Montreal (Quebec) H2P 1B6