Tenant insurance for Ontario renters
Are you renting in Ontario? Buy tenant insurance online in minutes.
Customized tenant insurance for renters in Ontario
Sonnet tenant insurance is a must for renters like you. Whether you’re renting a condo in Toronto, a house in Ottawa, or an apartment in Mississauga, we’ve got you covered.
Get a customized quote, in language you can understand, at a competitive price – and do it all online. We’ve changed tenant insurance for the better, so you can worry less and live more.
Why do I need renters insurance in Ontario?
In Ontario, you don’t legally need to have tenant insurance. But – many landlords require it to sign a lease. Tenant insurance covers things like the cost to repair or replace your stuff if it gets damaged or stolen. Or if you need to temporarily relocate. And liability coverage is there to protect you and anyone in your home.
What does renters insurance cover?
Here’s a breakdown of the common coverages included in tenant insurance in Ontario. But – every policy is unique. So, review your tenant policy to get familiar with your coverage and additional coverage options.
Standard tenant insurance coverages
Protect yourself and the people in your home in case you’re sued with tenant liability insurance. You’re covered if someone gets hurt while visiting or for damage you may unintentionally cause.
Often called contents insurance, this protects anything you own that you could pack in a bag or put in a moving truck. Contents insurance in Ontario covers things like your clothing, electronics, furniture, etc. These are covered while they’re on your property or temporarily removed (like when you’re travelling to work – or out of the country).
In case something happens and you can’t live in your apartment in Ontario. – you’re covered while your unit is being repaired. Choose to stay in a hotel or with friends and family, we’ll provide you with the cash either way.
You’re covered for the cost of any damage to improvements you’ve made to your rental unit to make it your own. This could be built-in closet organizers or unique light fixtures.
This covers you and anyone else on your policy in case your identity is stolen. We’ll reimburse you for legal fees as well as certain other costs that could happen, up to a limit. These could include lost wages if you have to take time off work to sort it out, and payment for services that help you get back to where you need to be.
Additional tenant insurance coverages
This coverage can help in some smelly situations. If water backs up or escapes into your rental unit through a sewer, sump, septic tank, or floor drain, this will cover you for the damage caused. Coverage offered depends on eligibility.
You’re covered for damage to your home caused by fresh water, such as excessive rain, spring run-off and melting snow, coming in at ground level through windows and doors. Coverage offered depends on eligibility.
How much does tenant insurance cost in Ontario?
$30/month avg. A family renting a house in Ontario can get tenant insurance for about the same price as a large deluxe pizza.
How it’s calculated
The cost of home insurance is based on information about you and your home. An insurer will consider things like how much coverage you need, the building type and the location of your home and your claims history.
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Questions about tenant insurance in Ontario? We’re here to help
Getting a tenant insurance quote with Sonnet is quick and easy. And, if you need it, there’s plenty of help along the way. For quick answers, check out these most commonly asked questions about tenant insurance.
We ask you a few key questions to access public information about the place you’re renting along with personal information you provide to determine your rate. The information we use includes:
- Where your rental is located
- Home structure, age, type of heating, etc.
- Number of past insurance claims
- Information about you (age, credit score if applicable, etc.)
Using this information and a whole lot of math and statistics, you get the most competitive price – savings included. The whole process takes just minutes and the price you’re quoted is final. Buy online right away or save your quote and lock in your price for 45 days or until the coverage start date (whichever is sooner).
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Some landlords or rental contracts may require proof of insurance before you can sign the lease, while others don’t. So,
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Have more questions about tenant insurance?
Are you a student, family, young couple, newly living on your own or with friends? Are you renting a condo in Toronto, a basement apartment in Burlington or an entire house in Port Perry? No matter who you are or where you’re living in Ontario – if you’re paying rent, you can benefit from having tenant insurance.
With Sonnet Insurance, your policy is priced based on your unique information which means any savings are automatically included. Here are some of the ways you can save on your tenant insurance:
- Exclusive Sonnet savings. Self-service has its benefits. Save just for purchasing your insurance online.
- Claims Free. No recent claims? Lucky for you that means savings.
- Multi-policy savings. Insure your home and auto with us and you could save even more.
Get a quote online to see your price with savings included – it’s free and there’s no obligation to buy.
Tenant insurance works similar to any other type of property insurance. The type of insurance you need depends on whether you’re an owner, tenant or landlord. This helps to make sure you get the right coverage at the right price. When it comes to renting, there are two types of insurance coverage needed. Your landlord has insurance that specifically covers damage to the structure of their property. As the tenant, your landlord’s insurance doesn’t protect your stuff, so you need tenant insurance for that.
Average monthly premiums for tenant insurance in Ontario are based on current Sonnet policies as of June 2019, with assumptions made to determine demographic groups.
Survey of 237 Canadian parents was conducted on behalf of Sonnet Insurance by IMI International. 2018.