News release

Province to Review Automobile Insurance in Nova Scotia

Finance (to Oct. 2013)

An independent review of the automobile insurance system was announced today, Nov. 30, to ensure Nova Scotians have access to appropriate coverage and premiums that are fair, stable and affordable.

"The standard auto insurance policy has not been reviewed for many years," said Graham Steele, Minister for the Insurance Act. "As we promised, we are going to make sure the auto insurance system is up to date and meets the needs of today's families."

The initiative follows a review of the minor-injury cap which resulted in legislative and regulatory changes last spring. The current review goes beyond the minor-injury cap and looks at the entire automobile insurance system in the province.

The scope and subject matter of the review will be decided, based on research, consultation and feedback from stakeholders, the public and government. The research phase is underway and a public consultation process will be launched in the new year.

Ron L'Esperance, a former provincial deputy minister, will lead the review with the assistance of an advisory committee.