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How much does it cost to insure a car in British Columbia?

I am about to move to BC for a new job and want to make sure I've got my finances figured out before I leave. How much does it cost to insure a car in British Columbia?

Nick Kunze · Updated on Mar 17, 2023

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

British Columbia has the highest insurance rates in Canada.

The base premium you can expect to pay is around $1,000, with most drivers paying closer to $1,800 a year for insurance.

Why are prices so high? There are a number of possible factors, like:

BC has regulations on minimum liability amounts

BC has generous accident benefit laws

There’s a lack of competition in the market

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