Ontario auto-insurance guide

Disputing an Ontario auto-insurance decision

If an insured disagrees with a claim decision, the right escalation path depends on whether the dispute concerns fault, property damage, accident benefits or another issue.

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

Start with the adjuster

Ask for the policy provision, Fault Determination Rule or claim reason relied on.

Use the insurer's complaint process

FSRA directs unresolved complaints to the insurer's complaint officer.

FSRA can receive regulatory complaints

FSRA oversees insurer and intermediary conduct but does not replace every dispute-resolution process.

Accident-benefit disputes have a tribunal route

The Automobile Accident Benefits Service at Tribunals Ontario handles eligible disputes over accident benefits.

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.