Who is Aviva Insurance Company of Canada?
In 2003, Aviva Insurance Company of Canada came to be after a series of mergers, acquisitions, and rebranding. Aviva’s roots trace back to 17th century England when it was better known as Pilot Insurance Company, and Scottish & York Insurance Co. Ltd. Aviva came to Canada in the early 19th century, opening their first Canadian-based location in 1835. Today, Aviva serves over 2.8 million customers across Canada and managed 12 per cent of the total Ontario insurance market in 2018.
Insurance Coverage Offered by Aviva
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Auto Insurance
In 2016, Aviva handled more than 220,000 auto insurance claims. By 2018, Aviva accounted for 14 per cent of the auto private passenger market and 15.2 per cent of the commercial auto market in Ontario.
Aviva’s standard auto insurance protection includes injury, death, or property damage inflicted on others, as well as medical costs and loss of income for you and your family. Aviva also offers add-on coverages including ridesharing, temporary vehicle replacement, conviction protection, collision protection, comprehensive coverage, and accident forgiveness. They have coverage for a range of vehicle types including:
- Auto
- Motorcycle
- ATV & Snowmobile
- Boat
- RV
- Classic Cars
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Property & Home Insurance
Aviva insures more than 860,000 homes across Canada, which means they know what it takes to protect your largest investment. Homeowners trust Aviva insurance for their home policies for a good reason.
Aviva offers comprehensive home insurance coverage, which protects your home against fire, theft, vandalism, damage from falling objects, lightning, hail, windstorm, and certain types of water damage. Additional coverage options include protection for other structures on your property, your belongings, your personal liability, and your living expenses in the event of a loss. They have coverage for a range of property types, including the following:
- House
- Condo
- Tenants
- Cottage
Aviva knows what it takes to protect your home and its belongings from the unexpected. Aviva’s home insurance coverage is designed to help you continue with your daily life, even if you have to file a claim.
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Business Insurance
In 2018, Aviva managed 9 per cent of the commercial property market in Ontario. So, whether your business is big or small, Aviva has coverage options that will meet your needs.
- Aviva OnpointTM Insurance (for small businesses and entrepreneurs)
- Aviva EnterpriseTM Insurance (small to medium-sized businesses)
- Global Corporate & Specialty Insurance Solutions (large corporate or commercial businesses)
- Commercial Auto
- Builder’s Risk and Contractors
- Property and Liability
No matter the size of your business or its nature, Aviva’s business insurance coverage is second-to-none in protecting your commercial operations. Aviva acknowledges that no business “stands still” – and designs its flexible commercial insurance policies and risk management solutions to protect your operations as it adapts and its needs change.
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Specialty Insurance
Hole-in-One Insurance
A unique coverage with premiums starting as low as $100, hole-in-one insurance can help you up-the-stakes at your next company/charity golf-tournament. This coverage gives you the confidence to offer a prize ranging from $5,000 to $1 million and protects your pockets if a golfer sinks a hole-in-one. Plus, they offer rain check coverage if your event is rescheduled due to bad weather.
Home Sharing Insurance
Looking to make some extra income by renting your home on Airbnb or Homeaway? Your standard home insurance won’t protect you against damage to your building or personal property if they’re perpetrated by one of your guests. Aviva Home Sharing Insurance makes sure you’re protected.
Contact Aviva Insurance in Ontario
Your Excalibur Insurance broker should always be your first point of contact in the event of an emergency, as well as when you need to make changes to your policy or payment information. However, if you need to contact your insurance provider at Aviva Insurance directly, you can reach them at the following Ontario locations:
Office | Address | Phone |
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Barrie | 74 Cedar Pointe Drive, Unit 1012 Barrie, ON L4N 5R7 | 1-800-461-1704 (Toll-Free) or 705-726-2310 |
London | One London Place 255 Queens Ave, Suite 1500 London, ON N6A 5R8 | 1-800-265-4121 (Toll-Free) or 519-438-2981 |
Markham | 10 Aviva Way, Suite 100 Markham, ON L6G 0G1 | 1-800-387-4518 (Toll-Free) |
Nepean (Ottawa) | 161 Greenbank Road, Suite 250 Nepean, ON K2H 5V6 | 1-800-267-4670 (Toll-Free) or 613-235-6775 |
Oakville | 1335 North Service Road East Oakville, ON L6H 1A7 | 1-866-277-0890 (Toll-Free) |
Toronto | First Canadian Place 100 King Street W, 48th and 49th Floors Toronto, ON M5X 1C7 | 1-800-387-4518 (Toll-Free) |
Although it’s advised that you contact your broker first when making a claim, you can also call Aviva Insurance directly at +1 (866) 692-8482 for 24/7 emergency claims service to begin the claims process.