Ontario auto-insurance guide

How deductibles work in an Ontario auto claim

Whether a deductible applies depends on the coverage used, the policy and sometimes fault allocation.

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Updated for Ontario rules in force August 11, 2026 · Megan R. Fairview

Physical-damage sections have their own deductibles

Collision and comprehensive commonly have separate deductibles.

DCPD can also have a deductible

Some policies have no DCPD deductible while others add one.

Partial fault can change recovery

DCPD compensation can reflect the insured's share of fault.

Check the certificate

The certificate is the fastest place to confirm the actual deductibles purchased.

Ontario-specific educational summary. Your actual rights and coverage come from the Insurance Act, regulations, the current Ontario Automobile Policy (OAP 1), your certificate, endorsements and the facts of the claim. Do not change coverage based only on a general web article.