Compulsory Insurance

Definition


Compulsory Insurance: In Canada, compulsory insurance is any coverage that a federal, provincial, or territorial law requires an individual or organization to purchase and keep in force. The most familiar example is the basic automobile insurance—usually Third-Party Liability and Accident Benefits—that every driver must carry before they can legally operate a vehicle on public roads. Other forms, such as workers’ compensation or professional liability for certain occupations, fall under this category when legislation mandates them. The defining feature is legal obligation: if the required coverage is not maintained, operating the applicable activity (driving, hiring employees, practicing a regulated profession, etc.) is unlawful and subject to fines, licence suspension, or other penalties.

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