Frequently asked questions
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Make a claim
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Submit a claim online
To save you time, we’ve made it easier to submit your claim online.
Should you make a claim?
For confidential and anonymous claims advice1, call 1-866-953-8285 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, ET).
Note: Available in all provinces and territories except Québec.
Quebec residents may call 1-800-769-2526 for questions about their policy and coverages.
What to expect when making a claim*
Claims advisors are ready to help you make the claims process as quick and easy as possible.
You’ll need to provide some details about what happened. Try to make your claim as soon as possible so that your claims advisor can get started on it for you.
After reviewing your claim, your claims advisor may decide to handle it over the phone or send an adjuster to assess your claim and give you a time and cost estimate for repairs.
Home
If you wish, your claims advisor can schedule repairs and any care you need through Aviva’s network of trusted contractors and medical professionals. In fact, your home repairs will be backed by Aviva’s lifetime workmanship guarantee.
If you prefer, you can arrange for services through another contractor or medical professional outside of the Aviva network.
*Depending on your claim, you may need to take additional steps or provide more information.
Car
If you wish, a claims advisor will schedule repairs and any care you need through our premiere vendor network:
Premiere Auto Repair Centres: Receive quick service and Aviva’s lifetime guarantee.
Premiere Healthcare**: Get the care you need if you’re injured in an accident.
- * Depending on your claim, you may need to take additional steps or provide more information.
** Not available in Quebec.
Make a claim by phone
Call us first to make a claim request. Having the policy number handy when you call will help us give you faster service. If you can’t find it, don’t worry—we can still assist you.
Should you make a claim?
For confidential and anonymous claims advice1, call 1-866-953-8285 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, ET).
Note: Available in all provinces and territories except Québec.
Quebec residents may call 1-800-769-2526 for questions about their policy and coverages.
What to expect when making a claim*
Claims advisors are ready to help you make the claims process as quick and easy as possible.
You’ll need to provide some details about what happened. Try to make your claim as soon as possible so that your claims advisor can get started on it for you.
After reviewing your claim, your claims advisor may decide to handle it over the phone or send an adjuster to assess your claim and give you a time and cost estimate for repairs.
If you wish, a claims advisor will schedule repairs and any care you need through our premiere vendor network:
Premiere Auto Repair Centres: Receive quick service and Aviva’s lifetime guarantee.
Premiere Healthcare**: Get the care you need if you’re injured in an accident.
*Depending on your claim, you may need to take additional steps or provide more information.
**Not available in Quebec.
Get help with an existing claim
Call us to check on a claim’s status. Having the claim number handy when you call will help us give you faster service. If you can’t find it, don’t worry—we can still assist you.
1-800-769-2526 (Canada & U.S.)
Auto Lifetime Guarantee
Enjoy a lifetime guarantee on any repairs made through an expansive vendor network. See terms and conditions.
Payments and billing
If a payment is missed on account of non-sufficient funds, the first such missed payment will be rebilled the following month along with an NSF fee.
If a second payment is missed within twelve calendar months, your policy may go into pending cancellation status or be cancelled for non-payment. In such cases, we will send you a registered letter providing details about the missed payments, the pending cancellation, and any available options to rescind the cancellation.
Depending on your province and type of insurance, you may have the option to rescind the cancellation if the cancellation date has not passed. If your policy is cancelled for non-payment, we will provide you with the legally required number of days’ notice before the policy is terminated.
If your bank account withdrawal comes back with non-sufficient funds (NSF) and it was the first missed payment on the term, the missed payment will be re-billed on the following invoice along with the current month’s payment, and an NSF fee.
If a second missed payment on the term is due to NSF, then a fifty-dollar NSF fee will be applied, and the policy will follow the cancelation process. If there are reinstatement options available, a reinstatement fee may apply.
Note: If there are back-to-back missed payments, the invoice will reflect two missing payments, two NSF fees, along with a sixty-dollar reinstatement fee if applicable.
We understand life happens and sometimes there is a need for flexibility. You have the option to defer payments twice in a policy term, up to ten days each time.
Please contact us if you wish to exercise this option at least ten business days prior to the deduction date.
Every customer will have a different experience. We take many factors into consideration when determining which payment plans are available (based on the information provided in your quote).
If you are paying monthly, payments may be taken as early as 12:01 a.m. ET on your selected payment date.
Note: If you are paying through bank withdrawal, payment dates falling a holiday will be attempted the following business day for this payment method.
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If you hold a life insurance policy with RBC, you may qualify for additional savings on your property insurance. Please contact us to find out if you are eligible and explore these potential benefits.
For free and anonymous advice on home and auto insurance before filing a claim, please call 1-866-953-8285. You will not have to provide your name or policy number. Experienced claims advisors will offer guidance tailored to your specific circumstances, helping you determine the most appropriate course of action.
Please note: This service is not available in Quebec.
Endorsements are optional coverages or changes to your policy that increase your insurance coverage or provide an additional benefit to you.
Endorsements for your property: Endorsements for Your Property | RBC Insurance
Endorsements for your car: Optional Car Insurance Coverage in Canada | RBC Insurance
Renewal & Cancellation
Policies renew each year, on your coverage start date. We will notify you through your chosen method in advance to ensure you have a chance to review the renewal and make any changes to your coverage or payment plan.
Depending on the type of policy, there are many different reasons for premiums increasing at renewal.
Home
Factors that contribute to property rate increases:
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Change in or loss of discounts
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Claim in previous term
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Significant changes to home (updates/renovations)
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Inflation Factor; Replacement cost of property and its contents tends to increase on account of inflation
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Increase in the number of claims in your neighbourhood
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Claims associated with extreme weather events and catastrophes occurring more frequently.
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Emergency cleanup services, skilled trades, personal belongings, and homes in general have become more expensive which leads to higher claims payouts.
Auto
Factors that contribute to auto rate increases:
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Change in or loss of discounts
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Claim in previous term
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Change in driving records (convictions, license suspensions, etc.)
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The number of accidents and claims where you live
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Environmental factors that impact the cost of insurance such as weather events, claims fraud, and inflationary increases of things like medical care
We know that seeing your payments go up can be frustrating. If you have any questions about your premium or renewal, please reach out to us. We’re happy to review your policy with you.
Yes, you can cancel your car or home insurance at any time; however, there are important considerations to keep in mind:
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If you cancel your policy mid-term, a short rate cancellation fee may apply to cover administrative costs. The fee typically decreases the closer you are to your renewal date. Any refundable amount will be returned to you based on your original payment method. If there is an outstanding balance, it must be settled through a manual payment, as it will not be automatically collected.
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If you have an Accident Rating Waiver and have experienced an at-fault accident, this waiver protects your driving record from being negatively impacted at renewal. However, if you switch to a new auto insurance provider, the at-fault accident will be considered in your new policy, as the waiver does not transfer.
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If you cancel your policy effective at the renewal date, the cancellation is processed without any short-rate cancellation fees.
If you have additional questions about cancelling your policy or your upcoming renewal, please reach out to us. We’re here to help.
Auto insurance
Coverage, claims and deductibles
Vehicles and insurance
Insurance premiums
Coverage, claims and deductibles
Sometimes known as “first party insurance,” the “no fault” system has been instituted in several provinces in an effort to:
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Help control court costs when claims are disputed
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Provide prompt financial assistance for accident victims
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Stabilize insurance premiums
Under the “no fault” system, everyone involved in an accident submits a claim to their own insurance company. This means that if another person is at fault for an accident, you would still submit your claim to your own insurance company. Additionally, if you are not at fault but had to pay a deductible, your insurance company may seek to recover your deductible from the at-fault driver’s insurance company.
Every car insurance policy includes protection against third-party liability—and for good reason. Liability coverage, also called third-party or civil liability coverage, helps protect you financially if you or another driver on your policy are found legally liable for injuring someone or causing damage to another person’s property or automobile while operating a vehicle. In this type of situation, your insurance would pay any legitimate claims against you up to the limits of your liability coverage and also pay for expenses related to settling the claims.
While every province requires a certain amount of liability coverage, the minimum amount required is unlikely to be enough if the courts order you to pay a substantial amount of money in damages.
Tip: At RBC Insurance, we strongly recommend that you purchase at least $1 million in coverage. Plus, if you are leasing or financing a vehicle, your leasing company or lien holder may require at least that much coverage to protect their interests.
Collision coverage helps pay for the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle up to the actual cash value if it collides with another vehicle another vehicle, the ground, or an object in or on the ground (such as a guard rail).
Comprehensive coverage helps pay for the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle up to the actual cash value if it is damaged by unexpected situations such as falling or flying objects, vandalism, fire, theft or attempted theft, a natural disaster, or a riot or civil disturbance (but not collision).
Tip: Although collision and comprehensive coverage are optional by law, your vehicle’s leasing or financing company (if applicable) may require that you have it. We also recommend that you purchase both of these coverages unless your car is very old—and not worth more than a couple thousand dollars—or you can afford to pay out-of-pocket whatever amount might be required to repair or replace your vehicle.
In addition to collision and comprehensive coverage, which are recommended for most situations, there are two other coverages known as All Perils and Specified Perils.
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All Perils coverage includes the protections provided by both collision and comprehensive coverage and also insures your vehicle against loss or damage should it be stolen by someone living in your home or by someone you have hired to drive, service or repair your vehicle.
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Specified Perils coverage insures your vehicle against specific situations only (such as fire, theft or attempted theft, some natural disasters, riots or civil disturbances). In most cases, we do not recommend insuring your vehicle with just specified perils coverage.
Also called “riders,” endorsements are additional (sometimes optional) enhancements that allow you to customize your car insurance policy by increasing or even reducing the amount of insurance coverage you would receive in special situations.
One example of an endorsement is the popular Family Protection endorsement, which provides significant financial protection—up to the limits of your liability coverage—if you or your eligible family members are injured or killed in an accident caused by an uninsured, under insured or unidentified (e.g. hit and run) at-fault motorist.
A claim is a request to an insurance company for payment for loss, damage or injury as covered in an insurance policy.
Your deductible is the amount of money you are required to pay out-of-pocket towards any claim you make under your car insurance policy.
For example: If your vehicle sustains $2,000 worth of damage in an accident and your collision deductible is $500, then you would be responsible for paying the first $500 and your insurance company would pay the remaining $1,500.
You can choose a different deductible amount for your collision coverage and your comprehensive coverage.
Tip: If you can afford to make a higher out-of-pocket payment in the event of a claim, then choose a higher deductible. You’ll pay a lower premium as a result.
Yes. Since your driving record affects your car insurance coverage and premium, your insurance company needs to know the facts of your accident.
Furthermore, if you were involved in an accident with another vehicle, the driver of that vehicle may claim from his or her insurance company—who will, in all likelihood, communicate with your insurance company about the accident. It is important to note that not all accidents will result in premium increases.
Moving—even within the same town or city—can affect your car insurance premium, so be sure to call us at 1-877-749-7224 before your moving day.
Also keep in mind that car insurance laws are different in every province. If you’re moving to a different province, let us know and we will help make sure your policy complies with the laws in your new province. Car insurance is not offered in British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Yes; however, this service is not available in Québec.1 You can call 1-866-953-8285 to get free, anonymous home and auto insurance advice before you make a claim. You don’t have to give your name or policy number. Claims advisors will provide you with impartial information pertaining to your specific situation to help you decide on the best course of action.
Providing the following information with your claim will help us to resolve your claim quicker:
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Your policy number
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Your contact details
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Photos or videos of any damage
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Police report (if any)
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Name and contact information for any service providers who helped you (tow truck operators, for example)
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Invoices and receipts for out-of-pocket expenses, such as car rental costs, if you couldn’t drive your car
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Details on the accident and damage, including any witnesses, passengers and police information
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Information on the other driver(s) involved in the accident, including name, address, phone number, vehicle information, driver licence number, insurance company and policy number
Choosing a repair shop is up to you. However, you can also choose from a network of trusted vendor partners through Aviva’s Premiere Auto Repair Centres. Benefits of using a trusted vendor include:
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Quality repairs are done by an accredited facility in your community
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Turnaround times for repairs are typically faster
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You’ll have a lifetime guarantee on the repairs for as long as you own the vehicle (terms and conditions apply)
If you purchased Loss of Vehicle Use coverage, you’ll have access to a rental vehicle until your vehicle is repaired or is replaced3.
When you call to report your claim, a claims advisor will get started on it right away and explain next steps. If you report your claim online, a claims advisor will call you the next business day.
Each claim is different, but the goal of the claims advisor team is to help you get things back on track as quickly as possible. Some claims can be taken care of in a single phone call. Others that are more complex or involve severe damage, may require a more in-depth review of the incident and other claims experts. Your claims advisor will go over the process with you and provide a time estimate when they begin to handle your claim.
Your premiums are based on many different things, so it really depends on your unique situation, your claims history and other factors. If you have any questions, please speak to an insurance advisor.
If you have Accident Protection4 and it still applies, your car insurance premiums won’t go up after your first accident, even if the accident was your fault.
If you are making a claim for an accident for which you are at fault, you will be responsible for covering a certain amount of the total claim amount. This is called your deductible. The amount that remains after you pay your deductible is the portion that your claims advisor will arrange to pay to settle your claim.
For example, if your insured damages will cost $7,000 to repair and your deductible is $1,000, your claims advisor would arrange to pay $6,000. Your claims advisor will review how the deductible works when you report a claim.
A claims advisor will explain all the details of your claim, including how the amount paid out is determined.
Vehicles and insurance
We offer multiple different types of lifestyle and leisure product insurance, including:
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Motorcycle Insurance: Protect your passion for the road. Specialized coverage for experienced riders.
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ATV Insurance: Explore the great outdoors with specialized insurance on your all-terrain vehicle.
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Snowmobile Insurance: Coverage on and off the trails.
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Motorhome Insurance: Travel in comfort with the right insurance, whether you have a luxurious Class A motorhome, RV or simple camper van.
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Boat Insurance: Fish, ski, sail or just cruise with flexible and affordable insurance for most types of private-use boats and watercraft.
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Trailer Insurance: Get the right insurance for your recreational trailer or park model home whether you’re on vacation or traveling with your unit full time.
Yes, particularly if they’re less likely to be stolen or, statistically, if injuries suffered in certain vehicles are less servere. Vehicles that are less expensive to repair will also typically cost less to insure.
Tip: If you’re shopping for a new car and are looking for the better insurance value, we can give you a no-obligation quote for each of the models you’re considering.
Yes. If you own a vintage vehicle that is over 25 years old, with antique or historical licence plates, the Advice Centre can offer you special coverage and a price to reflect your needs. We’ll be happy to give you your quote over the phone—just call 1-833-653-2923.
Insurance premiums
Because each person’s situation is unique, there isn’t a single answer to this question. However, using statistics and complex formulas, insurance companies usually calculate your car insurance premium by taking into account where you live, the type of vehicle you drive (and how you use it), your driving and claims record, other drivers on your policy and the amount of coverage you want.
We offer a personalized price tailored specifically to your needs. Here are a few things to consider to ensure you receive the most competitive rate for your insurance:
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Newly licensed or student drivers may be eligible for savings
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Bundling your car insurance with home or renter’s insurance
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Having multiple cars insured with the same company
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Ask about group insurance plans
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Personalize your coverage
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Having a clean driving record
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Having a good credit score
Please refer to our web article Seven Ways to Save Money on Car Insurance for more information on how to save money.
There are several ways to save on your car insurance.
Depending on the province you live in, there are some discounts that may apply to you automatically—for example being claims-free for a certain time period or qualifying as a mature or experienced driver.
In other cases, there are specific things you can do to qualify for other potential discounts. This includes:
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Save when you insure more than one vehicle through us
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Save on your car insurance policy when you purchase a homeowners, condo or renters insurance policy through us
Most likely, yes. Your driving record is one of the factors insurance companies consider when calculating your car insurance premium. The more experienced you are and the fewer claims and accidents you’ve had, the lower your premium is likely to be.
Your driving record is a key factor in determining how much you pay for insurance. It includes your class of license, number of years licensed, traffic convictions, and claims.
The Aviva Journey app puts you in control of your car insurance costs by tracking your driving habits in real time. Enjoy tips on safe driving and get a personalized premium, which can decrease or increase, based on your driving habits. The safer you drive, the more you save. Download the Aviva Journey app today and start turning your good driving habits into real savings on your car insurance!
Please visit the Aviva Journey website for more information.
You have several choices for paying your car insurance premium:
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A yearly lump-sum payment by cash, cheque, Visa* or Mastercard
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Monthly payments via regular, pre-authorized chequing account withdrawals or credit card (Visa or Mastercard) debits
To take advantage of this easy payment option, simply give us your bank’s transit and institution number, as well as your account number (a void cheque is not required) when you complete a pre-authorized chequing payment form. You can even choose the date you’d like your account to be debited each month.
Home insurance
Coverage
Deductibles and premiums
Claims and service
Coverage
We offer multiple different types of home insurance, including:
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Homeowners Insurance: Covers your home, personal property, liability, and living expenses if your home is uninhabitable.
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Tenant Insurance: Protects your personal property and offers liability coverage.
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Condo Insurance: Covers your personal property and liability, excluding common areas.
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Seasonal or Secondary Home Insurance: Tailored to vacation homes, cottages, and other second homes.
It depends on the type of home you live in. If you own a house, your property insurance will cover the house itself and detached structures like a fence or storage shed.
Your insurance will also cover personal belongings such as jewellery, artwork, furniture, computers, carpets and more.
Finally, your policy also includes third-party liability coverage. This protects you against personal liability if somebody is injured while on your property or if you accidentally cause damage to a neighbour’s property.
Here are some of the best tips for saving through RBC Insurance:
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Lower your premium by choosing a higher deductible
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Combine your insurance through us
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Install a home security system
Your coverage should begin as soon as you become the legal owner or tenant, even if your home or condo unit is still being built.
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All Perils protects your insured property against the widest range of risks and only excludes the perils specifically listed in your policy.
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Specified Perils protects your insured property against the most common risks, which will be listed in your policy.
The owner of the property you’re renting almost certainly has insurance on the building itself. They may also have coverage for certain items inside your rental unit, such as the carpets, light fittings and appliances. So you may wonder why you need coverage too.
Here are three excellent reasons:
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Your landlord’s insurance will not cover your personal belongings. Your jewellery, artwork, furniture, entertainment equipment and other valuable belongings will not be protected.
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Your landlord’s insurance most likely does not cover any upgrades you have made to your rental unit and paid for yourself. For example, you may have installed upgraded carpets or added built-in shelving units in the closets.
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Finally, you need to protect yourself against personal liability for injuries to visitors to your home or for damage you accidentally cause to your neighbours’ property.
For details, see: Tenant Insurance.
Your condominium corporation has insurance, so you may wonder why you need your own coverage.
Here are three excellent reasons:
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Your condominium corporation’s policy will not cover your personal belongings. Your jewellery, artwork, furniture, entertainment equipment and other valuable belongings will not be protected.
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Your condominium corporation’s policy only covers items that are part of the building. You need your own insurance to protect the upgrades you have made inside your unit, such as better carpets and built-in cupboards.
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Finally, you need to protect yourself against personal liability for injuries to visitors to your home or for damage you accidentally cause to your neighbours’ property.
For details, see: Condo Insurance.
The liability coverage included in a homeowners, condo or tenant insurance plan protects you financially if you unintentionally cause bodily injury or property damage to others—at your home or anywhere in the world. For example:
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A babysitter slips on a spill on your kitchen floor and injures her back.
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A dead tree in your yard falls and hits your neighbour’s roof, causing damage.
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You throw a baseball on the beach while on vacation in Florida and you accidentally knock out a bystander’s tooth.
Insurance coverage for water damage depends on a number of things, like where you live and how your home was constructed. Insurance for some types of water damage may be included automatically in your policy, and some may need to be purchased as extra.
Examples of causes of water damage that aren’t covered under most standard home insurance plans are flooding and seepage:
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Flooding results in damage from water that flows into your home from natural sources like lakes and rivers, or large amounts of pooled water.
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Seepage refers to the slow movement of water or other fluid through small openings, cracks or pores in your home.
Causes of water damage that are usually covered by most standard home insurance plans include or can be added by endorsement:
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Sewer backup: Water is forced through the sewer system back into your home, or your sump pump fails (Sewer back can be added by endorsement).
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Water Escape: This covers water damage that may be caused when your bath or sink overflows or a pipe or hose inside your house breaks.
Not automatically. However, you can purchase earthquake coverage for an additional premium. For details, see Endorsements for Your Property.
Most property insurance will protect your belongings when you travel. For example, if your luggage is stolen from a hotel room or your car, you may be covered for the loss.
Remodeling your home may change the valuation placed on your property. If you build a major addition or swimming pool, you will need to update your insurance policy.
Overland water is fresh water that accumulates on land which is usually dry, resulting from:
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Torrential rain or snow melt;
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Overflow of a body of fresh water.
We’ve made the Overland Water Endorsement available for purchase in response to the effects of changing weather patterns and the increasing number of severe storm events that often cause property damage.
If you purchase this additional protection, you will have coverage for damage caused by overland water entering your property from torrential rains, rapid snow melt, or overflow of lakes, streams and rivers. This includes coverage for loss or damage from the sudden and accidental entrance of overland fresh water through foundations, basement walls or basement doors. This coverage is not included in your Extended Water Damage coverage.
However, please remember that Your Extended Water Damage option also provides very important coverage. This includes the sudden and accidental backing up of water or sewage through:
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Drains, waste and sewer pipes that are underground or outside the building
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Septic tanks, septic systems or connected piping located outside a the building
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Retention tanks or holding ponds, sump pits, sump pumps and their attached piping or equipment
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Eaves troughs or downspouts
Overland water does not cover:
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damage from coastal flooding of salt water including spray or storm surge.
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seepage through basement walls, doors or foundations that is not caused by Overland Water
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loss or damage from water resulting from the intentional breaches of structures such as dams, dykes and levees
The Home Repair Bundle includes all three services for $125 per year:
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Home Repair Assure to fix a minor issue before it leads to a large claim;
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Claim Prevent to prevent a further claim occurring from the same cause after a claim has already occurred;
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HALO Assist for free access to phone advice from legal and health experts.
In addition to the home repair service, you have access to unlimited information about covered repair issues in your home. You can call the toll-free number any day, any time and a service representative can answer questions you may have about home issues and repairs. If your home repair issue is not covered under the program, you can choose to be referred to a trusted service provider in your area. You can then arrange and pay for service directly with them.
Three different services are available.
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Claim Prevent can be used immediately after a covered claim.
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The services in HALO Assist can be used immediately after the date coverage starts
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For the Home Repair Assure portion of the endorsement, there is a 45-day waiting period from the date coverages starts
The services cannot be purchased separately.
Deductibles and premiums
The deductible is the amount you must pay out-of-pocket for a claim before your insurance policy pays.
The standard deductible amount is $1,000 for homeowner, condominium owner or tenant insurance policies. You may be eligible to increase or decrease your deductible amount, which may impact your insurance premium. Since the deductible amount is what you pay out-of-pocket for a claim, it is important you choose an amount that you can afford if you ever need to make a claim.
In most cases for property loss or damage, a deductible will apply. However, there are certain instances when you will not have to pay a deductible for property losses.
You have several payment options, including regular pre-authorized chequing account withdrawals, credit card debits (Visa or Mastercard) and lump-sum payments.
We offer a personalized price tailored specifically to your needs. Here are a few things to consider to ensure you receive the most competitive rate for your insurance:
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Get professional insurance advice
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Pay for your insurance annually
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Consent to a credit check
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Bundle your insurance
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Ask about group insurance plans
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Install smoke and burglar alarms
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Consider buying a new home vs. an older one
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Get rewarded for your loyalty
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Protect your home
Please refer to our web article Nine Ways to Save on Home Insurance for more details.
Using any of the services provided under the Home Repair Bundle won’t affect your claims history or claims-free discount. The Home Repair Bundle is designed to help you proactively reduce and prevent the same claims from occurring and provide further protection with assistance services.
If you make a claim under this endorsement, your premium, claims history and claims-free discount will not be affected. You do not have to pay your policy deductible if you have an Identity Theft claim.
Claims and service
Yes, you can call 1-866-953-8285 to get free, anonymous home and auto insurance advice before you make a claim. You don’t have to give your name or policy number. Claims advisors will provide you with impartial information pertaining to your specific situation to help you decide on the best course of action.
Note: This service is not available in Québec.1 Quebec residents may call 1-800-769-2526 for questions about their policy and coverages.
Providing the following information with your claim will help us to resolve your claim quicker:
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Your policy number
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Your contact details
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Photos or videos of any damage
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Police report (if any)
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Name and contact information for any service providers who helped you (roofers, for example)
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Invoices and receipts for out-of-pocket expenses, such as hotel expenses if you couldn’t stay in your home
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An inventory of the damages and loss to your property and personal belongings
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A detailed list describing stolen property, if applicable
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Receipts for any property that was lost or damaged
Yes. Your claims advisor will work with you to determine the cash settlement on minor repairs. Generally, a cash settlement will be based on the property’s age, condition of the property immediately before the damage occurred, and the property’s normal life expectancy. Cash settlements typically exclude government taxes and the profit and overhead costs that would normally be paid to a contractor to complete the repairs.
Choosing a repair firm is up to you. However, you can also choose from a network of trusted contractor partners through Aviva’s Premiere Contractor Network. Benefits of using a trusted contractor include:
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Quality repairs are done by an approved restoration specialist in your community
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Turnaround times for repairs are typically faster
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You’ll have a lifetime guarantee on the repairs for as long as you’re insured through RBC Insurance (terms and conditions)
If you use your own contractor, your claims advisor will work with you and the contractor to determine the scope of the repairs and a price for completing them.
A claims advisor will ask you to prepare an itemized list of all your missing and damaged property (see Schedule of Loss below). Depending on the severity of the damages or loss, a claims advisor might inspect your property, document the claim and assist you through the process. The claims advisor will review your policy and let you know which coverages apply and their corresponding limits. You may be asked to gather key documents to establish proof of ownership. These documents can include: receipts, owner’s manuals, warranty cards, appraisals, photographs, original manufacturer packaging, etc.
A schedule of loss is a document you’ll need to complete listing all the lost or damaged items in a claim. It should include information about the item itself like the model number, when and where it was purchased, the cost of the purchase and the replacement amount.
A Proof of Loss form is the official document you complete and provide to your claims advisor regarding a loss. It provides the insurer with all the information needed to assess the loss.
When you call to report your claim, a claims advisor will get started on it right away and explain next steps. If you report your claim online, a claims advisor will call you the next business day.
Each claim is different, but the goal of the claims advisor team is to help you get things back on track as quickly as possible. Some claims can be taken care of in a single phone call. Others that are more complex or involve severe damage, may require a more in-depth review of the incident and other claims experts. Your claims advisor will go over the process with you and provide a time estimate when they begin to handle your claim.
Your premiums are based on many different things, so it really depends on your unique situation, your claims history and other factors. If you have any questions, please speak to an insurance advisor.
If you make a claim, you will be responsible for covering a certain amount of the total claim amount. This is called your deductible. The amount that remains after you pay your deductible is the portion that your claims advisor will arrange to pay to settle your claim.
For example, if your insured damages will cost $7,000 to repair and your deductible is $1,000, your claims advisor would arrange to pay $6,000. Your claims advisor will review how the deductible will work when you report a claim.
A claims advisor will explain all the details of your claim, including how the amount paid out is determined.
Group Discounts
A special rate offered to certain associations connected to education, professions, or employers that have partnered with an insurance company.
Group home and auto insurance programs offer preferred rates to individuals affiliated with specific organizations as part of employer arrangements.
Employees or clients may qualify for a group discount if their employer, union, or professional association has an agreement with the provider. To access the discount, individuals may be required to provide an employee number or member ID.
To know if you are part of an eligible group, please contact us or refer to the online quoting tool.
Please note: Eligibility for the group discount is not contingent upon receiving benefits from the employer.
If you already have an active policy and would like to add a group discount, please contact us. One of our licensed insurance advisors will be happy to assist you in adding the discount to your policy.
A client cannot have two group discounts on the same policy simultaneously. To ensure you receive the best value, we carefully compare the savings offered by each group discount to determine which one provides the most benefit for your specific policy.
Please note: Different group discounts can be applied to separate policies. For example, you may have one group discount applied to your auto policy and a different group discount applied to your property policy. In every case, we prioritize determining and applying the discount that offers the greatest value to you.
Different groups have different qualification criteria for the ID required. The most common ones include your employee email, your group/membership ID, local number for unions, etc. If you are unsure, please contact us and one of our licensed insurance advisors would be happy to assist you.
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Make a claim by phone
Call us first to make a claim request. Having the policy number handy when you call will help us give you faster service. If you can’t find it, don’t worry—we can still assist you.
Term, Whole Life Insurance, Guaranteed Acceptance Life Insurance and Universal Life Insurance
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Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm, ET
How to make a claim
Dealing with such an emotional situation is difficult. You can count on us to make the claims process as easy as possible.
1) Locate the health insurance policy, if possible
Having the policy number handy when you call will help us give you faster service. If you can’t find it, don’t worry—we can still assist you.
2) Call us as soon as possible
You will need to make your claim within a certain period of time—this varies by coverage type and is outlined in your policy.
3) Complete and send in all required documentation
We will guide you through the claims process and the documentation you need. What you need to make a claim depends on the type of coverage you have.
In general, you will need to provide:
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A completed claim form (if you don’t have the form, we will send you one)
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The death and birth certificate
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In some cases, a physician’s statement form, completed by the deceased’s physician
Express service for claims up to $100,000
If you are making a claim on a life insurance policy worth up to $100,000, you may be able to use our Express Claims service. There may be no paperwork required to make your claim if the policy:
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Amount is $100,000 or less per life insured
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Has been in force for ten or more years
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Has a named beneficiary (policies with an estate listed as beneficiary are not eligible)
To process your claim, you will just need to call us and provide:
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The date of death for the person who has passed away
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Contact information for the funeral home (or death certificate if available)
Get help with an existing claim
Call us to check on a claim’s status. Having the claim number handy when you call will help us give you faster service. If you can’t find it, don’t worry—we can still assist you.
Term, Whole Life Insurance, Guaranteed Acceptance Life Insurance and Universal Life Insurance
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Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm, ET
Claims and service
Term life
Whole life
Guaranteed Acceptance
Universal life
Personal Accident
Term 100
Term life insurance
You must request a policy cancellation in writing. When your policy is mailed to you, you have a certain number of days to review it—30 days for RBC Simplified Term Life Insurance and 10 days for RBC YourTerm Life Insurance ($1,000,000 and over). If you want to cancel, we’ll refund all premiums paid. After the 10 or 30 days, you can cancel your insurance and you’ll only have to pay for the time you were covered.
You can change your beneficiary by completing a Change of Beneficiary form. If your beneficiary is designated as “irrevocable” then the beneficiary must also agree to the change.
Yes. You can apply to reduce or increase your coverage at any time. Your premiums will also be updated based on the new amount of insurance. Coverage increases will require medical evidence and are subject to approval. Please contact your advisor or call us at 1-877-519-9501.
Our goal is to make the claims process as stress-free as possible. For help with a claim, please call us at 1-877-519-9501.
Please call us at 1-877-519-9501 to update your policy. You can also access and download some change forms online.
Whole life insurance
You must request a policy cancellation in writing.
You have 10 days to review the policy after it is delivered to you; if you cancel during that time, we will refund the premiums you have paid. Any time after that, you can cancel your insurance and you only pay the premium for the time you were covered.
In addition, you will receive your policy’s net cash value plus any balance you have in your dividends on deposit account (if applicable). The effective date of your cancellation will be the date we process your request, subject to our administrative rules. The proceeds of your cancelled policy may also be subject to taxation.
(Net cash value is the policy’s cash value available to you for withdrawal. Specifically, the net cash value = the guaranteed cash value + the non-guaranteed cash value – any unpaid premium, including interest – any outstanding policy loans you have taken out, including interest.)
Once you cancel a policy, you will not be able to reinstate it.
You can change your beneficiary by completing a Change of Beneficiary form. If your beneficiary is designated as “irrevocable” then the beneficiary must also agree to the change. If you have multiple life insurance policies you would like to update, you will need to complete one form per policy.
Coverage increases on your base coverage amount are not allowed; however, you may apply for an additional policy. You can request to decrease your coverage amount at any time in writing.
Contact your licensed insurance advisor for advice prior to making any change to your life insurance policy.
Yes, however, there may be certain conditions.
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You can switch dividend options any time after your policy has been issued.
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If you switch from Paid-up Additions to another dividend option, the cash value associated with your Paid-up Additions will be released to you.
Our goal is to make the claims process as stress-free as possible. For help with a claim, please call us at 1-877-519-9501.
Please call us at 1-888-221-2818 to update your policy. You can also access and download some change forms online.
Guaranteed Acceptance life insurance
You must request a policy cancellation in writing.
You have 30 days to review your policy, during which time you may cancel the coverage and receive a full refund of all premiums paid. Any time after that, you can cancel your insurance and you only pay the premium for the time you were covered.
You can change your beneficiary by completing a Change of Beneficiary form. If your beneficiary is designated as “irrevocable” then the beneficiary must also agree to the change.
Yes, coverage can be increased to a maximum total benefit amount of $40,000 at any time as long as you still meet the eligibility requirements. Coverage can be reduced at any time, as long as we receive your request in writing and all premiums are paid to the effective date of the reduction.
Our goal is to make the claims process as stress-free as possible. For help with a claim, please call us at 1-877-519-9501.
Please call us at 1-877-519-9501 to update your policy.
You can also access and download some change forms online.
Universal life insurance
You must request a policy cancellation in writing. You will receive the policy’s accumulation value, minus any outstanding insurance costs and applicable surrender charges if you cancel your policy during the early years of your coverage. Surrender charges are specified in your policy. A market value adjustment may also apply if you withdraw money from a guaranteed interest option. The proceeds of your cancelled policy may also be subject to taxation.
You can change your beneficiary by completing a Change of Beneficiary form. If your beneficiary is designated as “irrevocable” then the beneficiary must also agree to the change.
Yes. You can request to reduce or increase your coverage at any time by contacting us at 1-800-461-1413. If you want to increase your coverage, new evidence of insurability and approval will be required. Your premiums will also be updated based on the new amount of insurance.
Yes. In fact, we recommend that you review your financial goals at least once a year. Your advisor can help you review your policy and consider whether to make any changes. You can change your future premium allocation or transfer money between interest options up to four times per policy year without incurring additional fees. Please note that a market value adjustment may apply if you are withdrawing money from a guaranteed interest option.
Our goal is to make the claims process as stress-free as possible.
Please call us at 1-877-519-9501 to update your policy. You can also access and download some change forms online.
Personal Accident insurance
You can cancel your policy at any time by calling us at 1-800-845-9750.
To change your beneficiary, call us at 1-800-845-9750 or by completing a Change of Beneficiary form.
Our goal is to make the claims process as stress-free as possible. For help with a claim, please call us at 1-800-845-9750
Please call us at 1-800-845-9750 to update your policy. You can also access and download some change forms online.
You can view the Certificate of Insurance for Personal Accident Insurance complimentary coverage here:
(*complimentary coverage is not available for new enrolments)
Term 100 life insurance
You must request a policy cancellation in writing.
You have 10 days to review the policy after it is delivered to you; if you cancel during that time, we will refund the premiums you have paid. Any time after that, you can cancel your insurance and you only pay the premium for the time you were covered.
You can change your beneficiary by completing a Change of Beneficiary form. If your beneficiary is designated as “irrevocable” then the beneficiary must also agree to the change.
Yes, you can apply to reduce or increase your coverage at any time. The minimum amount of coverage you may request is $10,000, and the maximum amount is subject to our underwriting rules. A reduction in your coverage is subject to $50,000, the minimum coverage amount. Your premiums will also be updated based on the new amount of insurance. Increases in coverage for Term 100 will require new medical evidence and are subject to approval.
Our goal is to make the claims process as stress-free as possible. For help with a claim, please call us at 1-877-519-9501.
Please call us at 1-877-519-9501 to update your policy.
You can also access and download some change forms online.
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Claim forms
The forms below can be used to file a claim for health insurance benefits.
All instructions are included with the form. For questions or to request a form not included below, please contact your advisor or call us.
You can also send the completed forms to our office by email: intake@rbc.com or by fax to: RBC Life Insurance Company, Life and Health Claims Department, 1-800-714-8861. If you have any questions about submitting a claim please email intake@rbc.com or call Toll-Free 1-877-519-9501.
Disability claim form
Complete this form to file benefits under your disability insurance policy.
Attending Physician Statement
This form is to be completed by your physician and submitted along with the Disability Claim Form. Choose the form Attending Physician Statement from the website link below.
Notice of Critical Illness Form
Complete this form to file for benefits under your critical illness insurance policy.
Attending Physician Statement
This form is to be completed by your physician and submitted along with the Notice of Critical Illness Form. Choose the appropriate form below.
Long-Term Care Questionnaire
This form must be completed and submitted by your facility or home care provider to help us assess a long-term care insurance claim.
Attending Physician Statement – Facility Care
This form must be completed and submitted by your family physician to help us assess a claim for long-term facility care.
Attending Physician Statement – Home Care
This form must be completed and submitted by your family physician to help us assess a claim for long-term facility care.
Claimant’s Statement – Notice of Facility Care
This form must be completed and submitted by you or your Power of Attorney to help us assess a claim for long-term facility care.
Claimant’s Statement – Notice of Home Care
This form must be completed and submitted by you or your Power of Attorney to help us assess a claim for long-term home care.
Royal RecoverAssist Hospital Benefit Claim Form
Get help with an existing claim
Call us to check on a claim’s status. Having the claim number handy when you call will help us give you faster service. If you can’t find it, don’t worry—we can still assist you.
Disability, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care Insurance or Hospital Insurance
(Toll free)
Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm, ET
Make a claim by phone
Call us first to make a claim request. Having the policy number handy when you call will help us give you faster service. If you can’t find it, don’t worry—we can still assist you.
Disability, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care Insurance or Hospital Insurance
(Toll free)
Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm, ET
What to do if you have a claim
Dealing with a health issue or disability can be stressful. We’re here to help support you and make things as easy as possible. If you have a critical illness policy with RBC Insurance, remember you can get an expert medical opinion from a world-renowned specialist from Best DoctorsDisclaimer‡ who can review your medical records to confirm your diagnosis.
Follow these steps:
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Locate the health insurance policy, if possible.
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Call us as soon as possible.
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Complete and send in all required documentation
Understanding life insurance
Understanding life insurance
Claims and service
To make a change to your disability, critical illness, long-term care or hospital insurance:
Call 1-888-604-3434
Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm, ET
You can also download change forms online.
You will need to complete the appropriate Change of Beneficiary/Recipient form to change the person who would receive your benefits in the event of your death. You can download change forms online.
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For hospital insurance, cancel your coverage at any time by calling us at 1-888-659-0199.
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For disability or critical illness insurance, you will need to complete and submit the Discontinuance of Health Policy form to cancel your coverage.
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Start a claim online
RBC Insurance has appointed AZGA Service Canada Inc. (operating as “Allianz Global Assistance”) as the provider of all assistance and claims.
If your travel insurance coverage is provided under your RBC Credit Card, follow these steps to submit a claim:
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Create an account in the secure Allianz Claims Portal (if you do not have one already)
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Sign in to the Claims portal to easily open a new claim, track the status of an existing claim, or complete an existing claim
How to submit a claim online
If your travel coverage is provided under your RBC Travel Insurance Policy, follow these steps to submit a claim:
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Sign in to Online Insurance
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From the Policy Summary screen, find your travel policy/certificate
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Click on “Open a Claim” to get started
Note: If you are new to Online Insurance you will need to enrol by completing our easy 4 step enrolment process in 4 easy steps. Please make sure to have all of your supporting documents and completed forms available when you open a claim online.
Make a claim by phone/fax
RBC Insurance has appointed AZGA Service Canada Inc. (operating as “Allianz Global Assistance”) as the provider of all assistance and claims.
Call Allianz Global Assistance first to make a claim request. Having the policy number handy when you call will help a representative give you faster service. If you can’t find it, don’t worry—a representative can still assist you. If a medical emergency prevents you from calling before receiving treatment, we ask that you (or someone else on your behalf) call Allianz Global Assistance at the earliest opportunity.
RBC Insurance has appointed AZGA Service Canada Inc. (operating as “Allianz Global Assistance”) as the provider of all assistance and claims.
Call your travel agent, airline, tour operator or carrier to cancel your trip no later than one business day after the cause of cancellation—and then call Allianz Global Assistance.
Make a claim by mail
RBC Insurance has appointed AZGA Service Canada Inc. (operating as “Allianz Global Assistance”) as the provider of all assistance and claims.
To obtain claim forms, please call 1-888-431-1856 (Toll-free from Canada & U.S.). They can be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Mail your completed and signed claim form, along with all necessary supporting documentation to:
Allianz Global Assistance
PO Box 277
Waterloo, ON
N2J 4A4
Claims and emergencies
If you have trip cancellation and interruption insurance and the emergency is covered, it will help pay for your expenses to return home. There are a number of circumstances that qualify as an emergency (for example, the death or serious illness of a family member). These circumstances, as well as terms and conditions, are described in the policy document.
Trip cancellation and interruption insurance also reimburses you for any cancellation penalties that a travel provider might charge (if you cancel a non-refundable airline ticket, for example).
Remember, in order to be reimbursed, you must call Allianz Global Assistance. You can call toll-free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-910-9359 from the U.S. and Canada or (888) 493-1885 collect from anywhere in the world.
Yes, as soon as medically possible. There are several reasons to call the emergency contact number first:
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The multilingual representatives of Allianz Global Assistance are experienced experts in coordinating emergency care for travellers in foreign lands.
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They’re available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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If you don’t call Allianz Global Assistance first, your benefits may be reduced and your coverage may be limited. As stated in your policy, if you do not contact Allianz Global Assistance at the time of your medical emergency or you choose to receive treatment from a medical service provider outside the Allianz Global Assistance network, you will be responsible for 30% of your medical expenses covered under your insurance and in excess of your medical expenses paid by your government health plan. You can call Allianz Global Assistance toll-free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-910-9359 from the U.S. and Canada or (888) 493-1885 collect from anywhere in the world.
Of course, obtaining urgent care in an emergency is your #1 priority—and our representatives are here to help at our toll-free emergency contact number. However, if your medical condition prevents you from calling before seeking emergency treatment, then you must call as soon as medically possible.
Someone else (a family member, friend, hospital or physician’s office staff, etc.) may call on your behalf–so it’s a very good idea to carry your RBC Insurance travel insurance wallet card with you at all times. Or as an alternative, they can email Allianz Global Assistance at: emergencyassistance@allianz-assistance.ca.5
We want to do all we can to help you if you have an emergency—starting with reducing your stress level. If you need assistance, just call Allianz Global Assistance toll-free.
It’s our goal to settle every claim as quickly as possible. While every claim is different, there are things you can do to speed things up:
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If you require emergency care on your trip, call our emergency contact number immediately, or at the earliest possible opportunity (someone else can call if you’re unable to). If you do not, your coverage may be limited and your benefits could be reduced.
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If you need to cancel your trip prior to departing, call your travel agency, airline, tour company or the carrier immediately to cancel your trip no later than one business day after the cause of cancellation. Call Allianz Global Assistance the same day.
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For all claims, carefully read the instructions for submitting your claim. Make sure you fully complete any required claims forms and submit all required documentation at your earliest possible convenience. For example, you may need to provide information on your past health history if you are submitting an emergency medical claim or a trip cancellation claim due to a medical condition.
The multilingual representatives of Allianz Global Assistance are ready 24 hours a day, seven days a week when you have a medical emergency. You can rely on them to refer you or (when medically appropriate) transfer you to one of the accredited medical service providers within the Allianz Global Assistance network, so you can receive the care you need as quickly as possible.
Because the representatives are multilingual and have 24-hour access to real-time translation services, they can provide the help you need in your own language—and also have someone to communicate on your behalf with medical personnel who may speak a different language.
Whenever possible, Allianz Global Assistance will also request for the medical service provider within the network to bill the covered medical expenses directly to us instead of you—reducing stress and hassle.
We will pay your eligible medical bills directly to the medical provider or hospital for you whenever possible.
No matter where in the world you are, we’ll be here for you. If you have an emergency, you can call Allianz Global Assistance toll-free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-910-9359 from the U.S. and Canada or (888) 493-1885 collect from anywhere in the world. Or as an alternative, you can email Allianz Global Assistance at: emergencyassistance@allianz-assistance.ca.5
The documentation you need to provide will depend on the type of claim, the type of plan you purchased and the province/territory in which you live.
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How to make a claim
You must submit your claim within a certain period of time. This timeframe varies by product, generally within 30 to 150 days of the occurrence. It’s best to call us right away, and we’ll guide you.
Get help with an existing claim
If you are a RBC Royal Bank Online Banking client, you’ll receive automatic updates on the status of your claim. You can view these updates in the Online Banking Message Centre.
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