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In the past three years, Alberta has introduced various reforms to reduce the cost of automobile insurance. Despite these efforts, premiums have climbed steadily and now averages roughly $1,835 per driver, the second highest in Canada after Ontario.

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Alberta’s latest and most ambitious effort to address rising premiums comes with the introduction of its Care-First (no-fault) system, set to take effect in 2027. The model aims to reduce legal costs and focus more on treatment and benefits for injured Albertans.

While Care-First is expected to reduce premiums for Alberta drivers, the government should shift its focus to three other policies that are making it difficult for auto insurance companies to compete in the province. These policies ultimately drive up costs and make coverage more expensive for drivers.

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