Insurance in New Brunswick

Auto, home, life and business insurance in New Brunswick are sold by private companies, and the province sets the minimum rules for auto insurance.

Auto insurance

Auto insurance is mandatory and sold by private insurers. Every policy must include third-party liability (at least $200,000), direct compensation for property damage, accident benefits and uninsured automobile coverage. Collision and comprehensive are optional.

Home insurance

Wind damage from storms is usually covered by home insurance, while flooding from rising water usually isn't unless you add overland flood coverage. Ask your advisor what is and isn't included, and what the deductible is.

Licensing and complaints

The Financial and Consumer Services Commission (FCNB, fcnb.ca) regulates insurance in New Brunswick, including the licensing of insurance agents.

Health plan and travel

New Brunswick's public plan is New Brunswick Medicare. It generally pays only part of emergency medical costs outside the province, and often much less outside Canada, which is why many travellers look at travel insurance. Read your plan's rules before you go.

General information, not advice. Rules change, so confirm with your province or territory, your insurer or a licensed advisor. Facts on this page were last checked in November 2026.

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Questions about insurance in New Brunswick

Is auto insurance required in New Brunswick?

Yes. Every policy must include third-party liability (at least $200,000), direct compensation for property damage, accident benefits and uninsured automobile coverage. Collision and comprehensive are optional.

Who sells insurance in New Brunswick?

Private insurance companies, through brokers and agents. The province or territory sets the minimum coverage every auto policy must include.

How can I check that an insurance advisor is licensed in New Brunswick?

Contact the Financial and Consumer Services Commission, or look someone up on its website if it has a lookup tool. An advisor should be glad to tell you which licence they hold.

Will New Brunswick Medicare cover me when I travel?

It usually pays only part of emergency medical costs outside New Brunswick, and often much less outside Canada. Many travellers add travel insurance. Read your plan's rules before you go.

Can AdvisorPro connect me with an advisor in New Brunswick?

Yes. Tell us what you need and where you live, and we'll pass your request to a licensed insurance advisor who can help in New Brunswick. It's free, and talking to an advisor carries no obligation.

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