On-the-spot insurance confirmation at plate renewal in Ontario

Starting November 29, a new system will help keep uninsured drivers off Ontario’s roads by providing on-the-spot confirmation of insurance when drivers go to renew their license plate.

In Ontario, it is mandatory for all vehicles to have valid insurance coverage. Currently, drivers are required to provide proof of insurance when renewing their vehicle’s license plates. The new electronic verification system will allow the province to confirm directly with the Insurance Bureau of Canada if a vehicle has mandatory insurance coverage during the license plate renewal process.

Partnering with the Insurance Bureau of Canada to check for valid insurance in real-time will make sure that drivers have insurance that is valid and up-to-date. It will also help keep Ontario’s roads safe by ensuring there are fewer uninsured vehicles on the road and less risk to other drivers.

All vehicles on Ontario’s roads must be insured. There are tough penalties for driving without insurance: A fine of up to $25,000 for a first offence; A fine of up to $50,000 for a second offence, and the possibility of a driver’s license suspension for up to one year.

Read the initial news story here: Insurance coverage to be confirmed at license plate renewal

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