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flag Homeowner insurance premiums in Northern Canada are doubling due to high remote-area rebuilding costs, not just wildfires.

flag 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. flag Insurance is priced based on replacement cost, driving significant increases, with some premiums doubling despite typical annual inflation adjustments of 4% to 6%. flag While some insurers cite wildfires, experts say this plays a minor role. flag Factors like proximity to fire services, home age, and materials also influence rates. flag Experts advise homeowners to compare policies, as rates vary widely and some areas face limited coverage options.

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