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Winnipeg’s hometown mutual since 1896
Wawanesa (a MB champion) competes in BC: Wawanesa is Winnipeg’s hometown insurer — founded in Wawanesa, MB in 1896 and still headquartered in Winnipeg. Wealthnorth calls it the “natural first quote” for Winnipeg homeowners; YouSet’s 2026 Toronto data showed it as the lowest median home quote in Etobicoke ($1,249, 11.4% below area median). Broker-only, AM Best A.
| Age 25 | $1,260–$1,260/yr |
| Age 35 | $1,040–$1,040/yr |
| Age 45 | $1,040–$1,040/yr |
| Age 55 | $940–$940/yr |
Compared at By driver age 35 · $2,000,000, taking each carrier lowest quote. Figures come from this site rate engine and move with the rate tables.
It is a mutual company with a broker-exclusive distribution model — one reason its claims and pricing reputation is strong.
Yes — reviews consistently rate it among the most competitive in BC, AB and SK, especially for clean records.
Price ranges are rate-table estimates based on public industry data and regulatory approval trends; final premiums are subject to carrier underwriting.