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These are the big changes coming to Ontario in 2024
CTV
Here are some of the changes the Doug Ford government has put into place for the new year.
Ontario is making a number of changes in the new year that could impact your wallet and business.
Here are some that you should be aware of:
New insurance rules for drivers
In January, motorists will have the option not to buy into direct compensation property damage (DCPD) coverage, which protects car owners from costs related to vehicle damage from a collision if they are not at fault.
The provincial government says the change is meant to increase consumer choice and could be useful for drivers of older cars that are worth less than the insurance cost.
Experts warn that by opting out of DCPD coverage, drivers will be on the hook for vehicle repairs or the loss of a vehicle.
Morgan Roberts, director of RH Insurance, told CTV News Toronto the savings aren’t worth the tradeoff.
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Police say the search for a vulnerable child who went missing in Mississauga, Ont. Thursday evening continues. Three-year-old Zaid, who is described as possibly non-verbal, was last seen at 6:20 p.m. in Mississauga’s Erindale Park, near Dundas Street West and Mississauga Road. He was not wearing shoes or socks at the time.