The proof of insurance is going digital
In recent years, many things in our lives have migrated to our phones including boarding passes, banking transactions and even doctor’s appointments!
Like it or not, we can’t deny the practical aspect of having everything at hand! The same phenomenon is now happening in the insurance industry. You know that pink insurance card that you receive by mail? It will now be available in digital format.
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In august 2019, the Government of Alberta stated that digital proof of insurance is now accepted across the province. Quebec, Ontario, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Yukon, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador have since done the same. Of course, other provinces have different rules and regulations, so you need to be careful to obey the law where you live and travel!
Here are some questions and answers about the digital proof of insurance:
Can I use my digital proof of insurance in place of the paper version?
Digital proof of insurance is valid in most Canadian provinces: Quebec, Ontario, Alberta, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador. And in most of the United States.
Please print the paper version of your proof of auto insurance when travelling outside of your province or country.
Tips on how to print your proof of insurance.
How do I access my digital proof of insurance?
Access your digital proof of insurance from the homepage of the app with the shortcut at the top of the screen.
Use the Wallet app on your iPhone for secure access or add a widget to the home screen of your Android device.
Don’t have our app? Download it now!
Can I use my digital proof of insurance outside of my province or Canada?
Digital proof of insurance is valid in most Canadian provinces: Quebec, Ontario, Alberta, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador. And in most of the United States.
Please print the paper version of your proof of auto insurance when travelling outside of your province or country .
Tips on how to print your proof of insurance.
Want to know more? Have other questions? Ask them below, contact us by phone or through Facebook and Twitter, and we’ll clarify things for you!
