News and Updates



Congratulations to our 2023-24 bursary recipients!

We are so proud to announce the 20 recipients for this year’s OTIP Bursary Program! 


How a gap in your auto insurance history can affect your rate

When determining your auto insurance premium, your insurance company evaluates a long list of variables, including age, gender, commute, and driving record. Your insurance history (how long you’ve been continuously insured) is also a factor. But what happens if you have a lapse in your insurance coverage? Does this affect your chances of getting an affordable auto insurance rate?


Should you tell your insurance company about your renovations?

You’re planning a major home renovation, and you’ve got your list of what needs to be done. However, one item you should add to your list is to tell your home insurance provider that you plan on renovating. Let’s look at what exactly you should tell your insurance company.


Celebrating Our Impact

From our origins as a not-for-profit insurance advocate, we have remained steadfast in our commitment to our members, our people, and the well-being of communities. We are pleased to share our 2023 OTIP Impact Report. 


Are you a lucky owner of a recreational vehicle?

As recreational vehicles increase in popularity, more people are getting away for a weekend, a season, or even adopting RVing as a lifestyle. In this article, we’ll look at some questions you should ask before choosing insurance for your RV.


The RTIP member’s guide to OTIP’s online services

From RTIP plan member site registration to submitting manual claims or checking your contract, we have put together frequently asked questions to help you navigate our online services with ease.


See you there! OTIP will be at Toronto's 2024 Pride Festival

From June 29-30, employees from across OTIP will once again be at the Street Fair (June 29) and Pride Parade (June 30) held on Yonge Street in Toronto.


The first-time homeowner’s maintenance checklist

Congratulations, you're a homeowner! We want to help you protect your investment, but with the right home insurance coverage and some simple proactive measures, you can keep your home in great shape.


Do you need extra insurance for your hunting and fishing gear?

Any hunting or fishing enthusiast can quickly accumulate gear worth thousands of dollars, especially with technology like high-quality scopes, fish finders, and sonar. Do you know if your home insurance policy protects your investment?


Understanding waiver of depreciation coverage

Waiver of depreciation coverage is an endorsement that is available for new vehicles, demos within a certain driven range (in kms), or certain used vehicles within a specific age range.
 


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