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Homeowner insurance premiums in Northern Canada are doubling due to high remote-area rebuilding costs, not just wildfires.
Homeowner insurance premiums in Northern Canada, including Yellowknife and the South Slave region, are rising primarily due to high rebuilding costs from remote location challenges like scarce skilled labor, expensive materials, and elevated living expenses—not wildfire risk alone.
Insurance is priced based on replacement cost, driving significant increases, with some premiums doubling despite typical annual inflation adjustments of 4% to 6%.
While some insurers cite wildfires, experts say this plays a minor role.
Factors like proximity to fire services, home age, and materials also influence rates.
Experts advise homeowners to compare policies, as rates vary widely and some areas face limited coverage options.
Las primas de seguros para propietarios de viviendas en el norte de Canadá se están duplicando debido a los altos costos de reconstrucción en áreas remotas, no solo a los incendios forestales.