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Types of coverage we provide

Car Rental Coverage
Car Rental Coverage

You can extend your car insurance coverage to protect you while driving a rental vehicle, up to a certain limit.

Family Protection
Family Protection

Protects you or a family member if injured or killed in an accident caused by an uninsured/under-insured motorist.

Collision Coverage
Collision Coverage

Provides coverage to repair/replace your car if it's damaged in an at-fault accident, hit and run, or with an uninsured driver.

Comprehensive Coverage
Comprehensive Coverage

Typically covers fire, hail, theft, collision with an animal, vandalism, and falling objects, among others. (subject to a deductible).

Depreciation Coverage
Depreciation Coverage

In the event of a "total loss", this coverage will protect you from depreciation. You’ll be entitled to the original price you paid/current sale price.

Windshield Coverage
Windshield Coverage

Windows are included in comprehensive*, however, you have the option to remove this coverage to lower your premium. (*Not included in Alberta.)

Accident Forgiveness
Accident Forgiveness

Allows one 'free' at-fault accident, meaning your rates will not increase on your first accident if you remain with the same provider.

Claims Forgiveness
Claims Forgiveness

This allows for the protection of your “claims-free discount” in the event of your first claim.

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Our Reviews

Joe
5
Matthew Gill
My representative, Matthew Gill, went above and beyond for me time and again. I could've been looked at as a nuisance these past few weeks looking at buying a new vehicle, and combining my insurance policies. But with patience and professionalism, Matthew sorted out all my needs and even saved me some money. Thanks Surex and Matthew.
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DIEGO MATALLANA
5
Great advice
Since day one, when contacting Dayana Nunez, we received all the information requested with all pros and cons. Thanks to her services we took the policy for our cars and tenant’s insurance. Thanks!!
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Sam
5
Lisa Clark helped me with my insurance

Lisa Clark helped me with my insurance! It was so easy and fast to get a quote and set it up. Super appreciative of Lisa and her hard work right when I needed it most. Got approved for insurance and am now driving my first car :)

10/10 service all the way around

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Amanda Frazer
5
Can't recommend Surex (and MATTHEW) enough

Can't recommend Surex enough! Matthew Gill in SW Ontario has always been wonderful. I have been with Surex for some time now and have always received impeccable, friendly, professional, and quick service. Buying a car is a pain, and getting it insured can be a tortuous experience. Thanks Matthew for making so easy for us!

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Susan Korpela
5
Complete satisfaction

Right from the start I have had a very pleasant experience with Surex. In particular dealing with Miguel Pavon, who went the extra mile to ensure I was well taken care of and all my concerns were resolved. Miguel is efficient and kind. He was timely in the process of securing both my home and auto insurance. I highly recommend him snd hope he is appreciated as one of your team members.
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Susan Korpela

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The Northwest Territories auto insurance rates vs. other provinces 2026

Find out how much drivers in the Northwest Territories pay on average for their annual car insurance premium, and compare auto insurance prices in other provinces.  

Province

Annual Premium

Monthly Premium

The Northwest Territories

$1,488

$124.00

Alberta

$2,316

$193.00

British Columbia 

$1,522* 

$126.83

Manitoba 

$1,235* 

$102.92

New Brunswick 

$1,475 

$122.92

Newfoundland & Labrador 

$1,532 

$127.67

Nova Scotia 

$1,598 

$133.17

Nunavut 

$1,468 

$122.33

Ontario

$2,318

$193.17

Prince Edward Island 

$1,156 

$96.33

Quebec 

$1,176 

$98.00

Saskatchewan 

$1,361* 

$113.42

Yukon 

$1,295 

$107.92

Average prices are based on Surex quotes in the past 12 months for drivers with one vehicle and no claims. Updated March 2026.  
*Provinces with public insurance. Data collected from Statistics Canada’s Report on Auto Insurance Premiums, released 2025. 

Car Insurance in the Northwest Territories - What You Need to Know

A few key factors go into pricing auto insurance in the Northwest Territories. They are:

  • Insurance data — The geographic area you live in can impact your car insurance rates. For instance, if you live in an area that sees minimal auto insurance claims, then your car insurance rate will be less — all things equal — compared to if you live in an area that has a high amount of car insurance claims.
  • Your personal driving history — The auto insurer you choose for your car insurance needs will need to know, and verify, your prior driving history. This relates to at-fault accidents, as well as driving tickets/convictions.
  • The type of auto insurance coverage you’re looking for — In Northwest Territories, there are three degrees of car insurance coverage available. They are:
    • Third-Party Liability: By law in Northwest Territories, this is the minimum auto insurance coverage required.
    • Liability, Collision & Comprehensive: This is the maximum amount of auto insurance coverage available in Northwest Territories. Often referred to as full coverage.
    • Liability, Collision OR Comprehensive: If auto insurance was sized like sweaters, this would be the medium. If you want more than the minimum but feel the maximum coverage is too big/much, you can choose to add one of collision or comprehensive to your liability coverage.

If you’re leasing or financing a vehicle, know that there’s an extremely large chance full coverage — liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage — will be required on your vehicle, as per your leasing/financing agreement.

Aside from teaming up with the best insurance broker, the clearest path to getting more affordable car insurance rates in the Northwest Territories is by being eligible for auto insurance discounts. Auto insurers offer discounts to qualified individuals, as they deem them a client they’d like to have. The type of clients car insurers want are those that always pay their bills and those that are great drivers.

  • Good credit discount — Typically, this is the largest car insurance discount auto insurers will offer. Because of this, whether when filling out an online car insurance quote on our website, or when speaking with your Surex Personal Assistant, you’ll be asked if we can do a soft hit of your credit score. This soft hit will not impact your rating. If the soft hit shows your credit is 650+, you can be eligible for an auto insurance discount that can save you up to 20% off your annual car insurance premium amount.
  • Claims-free discount — One of the best ways to demonstrate you’re a responsible driver is to not be involved in at-fault accidents. Shocking, we know! If you’ve gone 6+ years without an at-fault claim on your record, it’s a good idea to shop the market and compare insurance companies. Some insurers will offer a claims-free discount of up to 10% off your annual premium amount to earn your business.
  • Conviction-free discount — Avoiding traffic tickets, for an extended amount of time, usually shows how dedicated you are to obeying traffic laws. Or you’re super lucky… Regardless, if you’ve gone three (or more) years without a traffic conviction, you’re eligible to receive a convictions-free discount, which can lower your auto insurance premium amount by up to 10%.

The easiest way to obtain affordable car insurance rates from an auto insurance company in the Northwest Territories, as a new driver, is to pass a certified driver’s training course.

As a new driver, you have yet to build up a history demonstrating your driving ability, for better or worse. Because of this, auto insurers rely on their data, which shows new drivers tend to be involved in more at-fault accidents.

Again, you personally, have yet to accrue driving history to show otherwise. This is where passing a certified driver’s training course comes in. Most of the top car insurance companies in Canada will increase your driver’s star rating by two stars for passing a certified driver’s training course. This uptick in star rating is the equivalent of adding two clean years of driving to your record.

Going from zero years of clean driving history to two years, via a certified driver’s training course, can save you up to 15% off your annual auto insurance premium amount.  

Whether you’re a new driver, or a driver from a foreign country without access to your previous country’s driver’s abstract, consider this option if you want to get an automobile insurance quote for low-cost auto insurance in the Northwest Territories.

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The Best Road-trip destinations in The Northwest Territories

Hit the road with confidence knowing you’re covered with the right car insurance for your needs at
the lowest possible rate. Here are some of the top spots in The Northwest Territories to explore on your next road trip.

Best Attractions in the Northwest Territories

  1. Aurora borealis
  2. Fishing
  3. Hunting

Best Landmarks in the Northwest Territories

  1. Nahanni National Park Reserve of Canada
  2. Great Slave Lake
  3. Virginia Falls

Best Restaurants in the Northwest Territories

  1. Zehabesha Traditional Ethiopian Food
  2. The Woodyard Brewhouse & Eatery / NWT Brewing Co
  3. Dancing Moose Cafe
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