Why get tenant insurance?

Tenant insurance helps renters protect the things a landlord’s insurance doesn’t, like the cost to replace any furniture that’s damaged in an accident. The average cost of a tenant’s personal property claim is $6,716 (based on 2023-2024 national data).

How does tenant insurance protect you?

Protect yourself from unexpected costs while renting in Canada. Explore our full coverage details.

Personal items

Cover the costs of replacing any of your items that get damaged or stolen like furniture, computers or bikes.

Liability coverage

Cover accidental damage to your rental unit or unintentional injury to guests, like friends or delivery drivers.

Unit upgrades

Protect any upgrades you make in your rental unit, like new flooring, smart lighting, or upgraded fixtures.

Loss of use coverage

If you ever need to stay at a hotel or move to a new unit due to damage or repairs from a claim, we’ll help cover your relocation costs.

Add on to your protection

Depending on where your rental home is located or the value of the items you own, you might want additional coverage. We offer customized coverage for all budgets and lifestyles. To learn more, or to discuss personalized home insurance needs, get in touch with a financial representative.

Comprehensive water
Protection from sudden and accidental water damage caused by:
  • Water, septic or sewer backups
  • Storm surges
  • Waves from a storm or hurricane
  • Flooding from any body of water
  • Water from extreme weather
  • Rising of the water table
Claim forgiveness
With this optional coverage, your premiums won’t increase after your first claim.
Earthquake coverage
Extend your policy to cover damage caused by earthquakes.

Get our best price for tenant insurance

Here are some easy ways you can save on the coverage you need.

Combine your insurance

Enjoy discounted coverage when you bundle your home and auto insurance, or when you insure more than one home with us. Learn more about bundling.

Stay claims free

If you've never made a claim while covered by home insurance, you may be eligible for an automatic discount.

Increase your deductible

Increasing your deductible can help lower your premium. Plus, any deductible over $1,000 will “disappear” by $100 each year you stay claims-free.

Find even more ways to save

There’s plenty you can do to save on your insurance. Talk to a financial representative or check out even more of our home insurance discounts.

No, tenant insurance is not legally required in Canada, but some landlords may require you to have tenant insurance before renting a unit.

Tenant insurance includes basic water damage protection, for damage from things like a leaking pipe. We offer additional comprehensive water damage protection to cover damage from things like sewer back-up, flooding, and more. Learn more about our comprehensive water protection.

Yes -- most base policies have a limit of covering items up to $6,000 total or $4,000 per item for things like jewelry. You can insure specific, more expensive items with additional coverage.

No. Tenant insurance will only cover your own personal belongings and your own personal liability.

Yes -- both your items and your spouse’s items will be covered, and they will also be protected under your policy’s liability coverage.

Your belongings are covered during a move. Items in storage are covered for up to 60 days.

Ready to get a quote?

It only takes a few minutes to get your personalized quote for tenant insurance online. You can also call 1‑877‑545‑2667 or find a financial representative.

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