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Location: Des Moines IA | I was just looking through some Canadin regulations and I came across this Q&A.
"Q. What about insurance?
A. You must obtain a yellow card from your insurance company. You must be able to provide proof of insurance and ownership upon request."
I saw it on this website.
http://www.canadawelcomesyou.net/faq.html
Does this apply to Health, or Vehicle insurance? Has anybody had to get a yellow card form your insurance company before? |
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Location: Lake Country, Wisconsin | I have crossed into Canada 30 + times and have never been asked for any type of documentation other then a Drivers Lisc. and passport, nothing wrong with covering your bases but don't expect to be asked for any type of insurance info |
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| Some vehicle insurance companies use a special form to show proof of insurance in Canada. Look over your proof or certificate of insurance to see if Canada is included. Mine includes Canada. So, my insurance agent told me I didn't need a special form. When in doubt, it is best to ask your insurance agent to see if you are covered while traveling in Canada.
When my fishing partner drives his truck, he has to get a special form from his insurance company. |
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| call your insurance company and tell them that you need a "Canadian Rider" for a trip to that country. they should know what you need and send you the yellow proof-of-insurance card.
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Location: Uxbridge Ontario | lambeau - 8/18/2010 3:15 AM
call your insurance company and tell them that you need a "Canadian Rider" for a trip to that country. they should know what you need and send you the yellow proof-of-insurance card.
I dont know if I would call them up and say "I would like to buy something from you". You'll get a bill (even if they have to make it up).
I would just ask your insurance broker if you are covered. I personally have never heard of a vehicle insured for "said purpose" to not be valid in another country while operated under the intended purpose. But doesn't hurt to ask.
I am a Canadian boat owner, an I am not issued an insurance information slip like you would be for a car or motorcycle... even though I do pay for insurance.
Edited by HomeTime 8/18/2010 2:26 PM
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Location: Des Moines IA | I just talked to my Insurance Agent, he wasn't aware there was a need for one, but when he called corporate, they said it was required. So apparently my yellow ID card is on it's way. Thanks for the info Guys. |
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Location: Eastern Ontario | You are not likly to be asked at the border but if stopped by the police for any reason they would ask for your drivers license , auto ownership & insurance and possibly your trailer ownership. They would probably check for matching numbers and if your trailer was unsafe during a saftey blitz it would be impounded. |
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Location: Des Moines IA | My insurance renews while I am in Canada, so I actually need 2 yellow insurance cards for this trip, it reallt has been kind of a pain, but better safe than sorry! |
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| good luck to you up there! let us know how it goes! |
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| Just came back from Canada Friday night----- I've been there twice in 6 weeks and they NEVER ask for proof of insurance. As long as you have a current passport and driver's license, you're good to go!---Jobu |
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