Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec explained

Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ)
Type:Crown corporation
Foundation:March 1, 1978
Location:
Quebec City, Quebec
G1K 8J6
Key People:Konrad Sioui
Owner:Government of Quebec
Industry:Insurance, driver licensing, motor vehicle registration
Homepage:http://www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/

The (SAAQ;,) is a Crown corporation responsible for licensing drivers and vehicles in the province of Quebec and providing public auto insurance that insures all drivers, passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists involved in road collisions whether or not they are at fault (no-fault insurance). Coverage, however, is limited to personal injuries; damage to property is covered by private insurers.[1]

The SAAQ also administers Quebec's driver's licences and vehicle licence plates (analogous to the DMVs of many US states) and seeks to prevent road accidents, particularly through advertising campaigns in the media and in schools.

The is part of the SAAQ.

In January 2021, Konrad Sioui became chairman of the board, thereby becoming the first representative of an Indigenous community to lead the board of directors of a Crown corporation in Quebec.[2]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Insurance Bureau of Canada, "Car Insurance-Quebec", accessed March 8, 2008
  2. Web site: Former Wendake grand chief Konrad Sioui makes history, becomes head of SAAQ board .