Home insurance for Alberta accounting graduates

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A trusted insurance provider for accounting graduates in Alberta

Canadians rely on Sonnet to protect the things that matter most. Similarly, people trust accounting graduates with their confidential financial information. As someone who crunches numbers, you’ll appreciate saving on insurance without compromising on quality.

All graduates and students of an accredited Canadian university accounting program (or who obtained any degree from an accredited Canadian university and then continued on to post graduate accounting studies) can take advantage of our exclusive Accounting Graduates discount*. 

Why choose Sonnet Insurance?

Proudly Canadian

We’re proud to be a homegrown Canadian company, part of the Definity family of companies. Definity includes Economical Insurance, a leading insurer protecting Canadians since 1871.

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Built on 150 years of insurance experience

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24/7 claims support

We’re a digital platform but with real people to help you with claims 24/7.

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Reach us through email, chat or a phone call, however you prefer, we’re here for you.

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Insurance for all Albertans

Whether you need home insurance in Peace River, Calgary or Canmore, Sonnet has you covered. Alberta-wide, we have options with exclusive savings for accounting graduates.

Home insurance

Your house, and everything in it is covered. Even our most basic home insurance package includes replacement cost. Plus, benefit from first claim forgiveness. And, add optional coverages to make sure you’re protected.

Condo insurance

Insurance built just for condo owners. No confusing limits. You’re covered for all the basics. These include liability and your personal belongings. Plus, get condo special coverage and more.

Tenant insurance

Get a policy that’s tailored for renters. Count on full coverage for liability and your personal belongings. We’ll even cover extra expenses and unit improvements in the event of a claim.

Landlord insurance

Protect your investment with a policy built just for landlords. Get liability and replacement cost for your property. We even cover some items you keep at your rental. Plus, fair rental value to protect your income in the event of a claim.

Pet insurance

Focus on your pet’s health and happiness. Worry less about the burden of vet bills. Sonnet Pet Insurance offers insurance for wellness, accidents and illnesses, dental coverage and more. Relax knowing your best friend is covered.

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Still have questions about group discount?
I already have a Sonnet insurance policy. How do I add a group discount?

If you’re already a Sonnet customer, you can easily add your group discount online in a few steps:

  1. Log in to your account.
  2. Select the policy you’d like to add a Group Discount to.
  3. Select Add Group Discount.
  4. Simply click “Employer or Association” and quickly search for the name of your employer, group, or association and select it from the suggestions that appear. We’ll ask for your group ID to confirm your eligibility.
  5. If you’re a university or college alumni or student, click Canadian University or Canadian College. (If you’ve graduated from both, you can add both discounts and we’ll apply the one that gives you the best savings!)
  6. Click Add Discount.
  7. Review your policy change and any impact to the price of your policy over the remaining policy term. Click Update Policy.
  8. Your policy has been updated with a Group Discount. Review your updated policy payment schedule for changes to the amount of your payments.

Your group discount will automatically be applied to the selected policy. If we’re unable to verify your eligibility, then the discount will be removed.

If you have multiple policies with Sonnet, repeat the steps above for each policy to add a qualifying group discount.

We can help around the clock. Chat with our agents Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. Need help after hours? Email us and we’ll reply within one business day. Our chatbot is also available 24/7.

Does the discount apply to both my Sonnet home and auto policies?

Depending on your group, some discounts will apply to both your auto and property policies, while others may apply only to one. If you’re a member of multiple groups, you can only apply one discount per policy.

How do I add the Accounting Graduates discount*?

Adding the Accounting Graduates discount* is easy.

  1. Look for the Canadian University field. Quickly search for the name of your university. We’ll ask you for your graduation/expected graduation year to confirm your eligibility.
  2. Click Continue.
  3. That’s it! Your Accounting Graduates discount will automatically be applied to your quote. If we’re unable to verify your eligibility, then the discount will be removed.

Already have a Sonnet insurance policy? Learn how to add your Group Discount.

How do I know if my discount has been applied?

During your home or auto quote, start typing and select your group from the dropdown, then enter your group ID. You’ll see a “Discount applied” notification appear throughout the quote flow. We’ll use the information you’ve provided to verify you are a member and automatically apply your discount.

Which universities qualify for the Accounting Graduates discount*?

Sonnet offers the Accounting Graduates discount* to graduates and students of an accredited Canadian university accounting program or who obtained any degree from an accredited Canadian university and then continued on to post graduate accounting studies. We currently do not offer the discount to graduates or students outside of Canada or from Canadian colleges. Check the list below to see if you qualify.

Note that Sonnet is not affiliated or partnered with the following schools.

British Columbia

  • British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
  • Capilano University
  • Emily Carr University of Art + Design
  • Kwantlen Polytechnic University
  • Royal Roads University
  • Simon Fraser University
  • The University of British Columbia
  • Thompson Rivers University
  • Trinity Western University
  • University of Northern British Columbia
  • University of the Fraser Valley
  • University of Victoria
  • Vancouver Island University

Alberta

  • Athabasca University
  • Concordia University of Edmonton
  • MacEwan University
  • Mount Royal University
  • Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
  • Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
  • The King’s University
  • University of Alberta
  • University of Calgary
  • University of Lethbridge

Saskatchewan

  • University of Regina
  • University of Saskatchewan

Manitoba

  • Brandon University
  • Canadian Mennonite University
  • The University of Winnipeg
  • University of Manitoba

Ontario

  • Algoma University
  • Brock University
  • Carleton University
  • Lakehead University
  • Laurentian University
  • McMaster University
  • Nipissing University
  • Ontario College of Art and Design University (OCAD)
  • Ontario Tech University (UOIT)
  • Queen’s University
  • Redeemer University College
  • Royal Military College of Canada
  • Ryerson University
  • Trent University
  • University of Guelph
  • University of Ottawa
  • University of Toronto
  • University of Waterloo
  • University of Windsor
  • Western University
  • Wilfrid Laurier University
  • York University

Quebec

  • Bishop’s University
  • Concordia University
  • École de technologie supérieure
  • École nationale d’administration publique
  • HEC Montréal
  • Institut national de la recherche scientifique
  • McGill University
  • Polytechnique Montréal
  • Université de Montréal
  • Université de Sherbrooke
  • Université du Québec à Chicoutimi
  • Université du Québec à Montréal
  • Université du Québec à Rimouski
  • Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
  • Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue
  • Université du Québec en Outaouais
  • Université Laval
  • Université TELUQ

New Brunswick

  • Mount Allison University
  • Université de Moncton
  • St. Thomas University
  • University of New Brunswick

Newfoundland

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland

Nova Scotia

  • Acadia University
  • Cape Breton University
  • Dalhousie University
  • Mount Saint Vincent University
  • Nova Scotia College of Art & Design
  • Saint Mary’s University
  • St. Francis Xavier University
  • Université Sainte-Anne
  • University of King’s College

PEI

  • University of Prince Edward Island
Do I need to be a practicing accountant to qualify for the Accounting Graduates discount*?

No, but you or your spouse need to be a graduate or student of an accredited Canadian university accounting program or obtained any degree from an accredited Canadian university and then continued on to post graduate accounting studies.