Broker Information
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Reviews: 4.5
Contact Branch
844-802-7619
PortPlaceMall-Insurance@westerncoast.ca
Location
550 Fifth St #202, Nanaimo, BC V9R 1P1
Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Sat: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sun: Closed
Car · Home · Business
Best Insurance Broker in Nanaimo (Port Place), BC
Welcome to your Western Coast Insurance Services Nanaimo brokerage. Whether you’re looking for ICBC renewals, car and truck insurance, home insurance, business insurance, farm insurance or life insurance, we’re your licensed experts in Nanaimo, British Columbia.
100% Canadian Owned
Serving Customers since 1905
13,000+ Reviews Across Western | 4.5
Setting the Standard in Insurance Broker Service
A massive shout out to Western Coast Insurance Services (Nanaimo) in recognition of my advisor, Tara McGuire, who is no less than a wizard and truly a pleasure to deal with. Professional, personable, and knowledgeable. Thank you for my experience Tara.
Michael M.
Had a great time dealing with Mahjabeen when we registered and insured our private sale car. Super helpful and friendly, we got a great price, great coverage, and it was a pleasure. will 100% continue to do business with this location. Thanks!
Roger C.
Sammy Stull stayed open late on a Saturday evening to help me complete my auto insurance. Outstanding! Thank you so much!
O G.
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Your local Canadian insurance experts in Nanaimo, BC.
At Western Financial Group, we offer a wide range of insurance products to protect your home, business, vehicle, and more. Our services include:
- Car Insurance & ICBC Renewals – Protect your vehicle with affordable and reliable coverage.
- Home Insurance – Secure your home and belongings from unexpected events.
- Business Insurance – Safeguard your business operations with tailored policies.
- Farm Insurance – Coverage to protect your farm, equipment, and livestock.
- Life Insurance – Plan for the future and protect your family’s financial security.
We also provide insurance solutions for local welders through the Christian Labour Association of Canada (CLAC).
Proudly Supporting the Nanaimo Community
Your Western Coast Insurance Services Port Place (Nanaimo) branch offers car and truck insurance, home insurance, business insurance and boat insurance. We access many other products as well.
A supporter of our Western Communities Foundation, we’ve donated over $21,000 to Island Crisis Care Society, Loaves and Fishes Food Bank, BC SPCA and the Ladysmith Breakfast program.
The city of Nanaimo is prominently located on the east coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. Don’t miss Englishman River Falls Provincial Park and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park.
As industry leaders for over 40 years, we are dedicated to serving you the right insurance in Nanaimo, British Columbia and from our other branches on Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland.
At our Nanaimo branch, we have competitive rates and outstanding customer service. We’ll listen to your concerns and help you customize a policy that fits your needs today and as they change.
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At Western Financial Group, we’re dedicated to helping you find the best insurance coverage at the best rates. Whether you’re protecting your home, business, or vehicle, we’ve got you covered.
We are dedicated to helping you find the right insurance in downtown Medicine Hat, Alberta. We have products including insurance for Hutterite colonies as well as indoor growers and garden centres.
Visit us in-branch, call 1-866-860-1958, or submit a quote request today and get connected in minutes!
Western Financial Group is a proud member of the Insurance Brokers Association of British Columbia.
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Whether you want to protect your home, business, farm, or vehicle, working with an insurance broker is a smart move. Navigating all the insurance options out there can be tricky and time-consuming on your own. We make sure you get great rates and a service guarantee to safeguard your best interests!
What do I need to know about car insurance in Nanaimo, B.C?
It’s mandatory for all drivers to purchase car insurance from ICBC to help ensure that they are protected with a basic level of coverage.
Basic autoplan insurance for ICBC includes $200,000 in third-party liability coverage. Third-party liability helps protect you in cases such as non-vehicle property damage or driving out of province, and it can protect you in situations where the law permits the other driver to sue.
If you make a third-party liability claim against the person who's responsible for a car crash and they don't have enough insurance to pay for your claim, Underinsured Motorist Protection (UMP) covers you. Basic underinsured motorist protection covers you and members of your household for claims of up to $1 million per insured person.
If you want to increase the amount of coverage you have in the event, you're responsible for a crash, you may want to consider extended third-party liability coverage, an optional Autoplan coverage.
What do I need to know about home insurance in Nanaimo, B.C?
Home insurance isn't mandatory in British Columbia, but most banks or mortgage lenders will require you to purchase home insurance coverage if you have mortgage.
Home insurance helps you protect against: Theft, Fire, Third- party “slip and fall” accidents, Vandalism.
You may want to consider adding earthquake coverage to your home insurance policy to protect you should your home suffer catastrophic damage in an earthquake. Every earthquake insurance policy is different, but typically includes three types of earthquake coverage.
- Dwelling coverage helps cover the cost of repairing or rebuilding your home.
- Personal property coverage helps replace personal property like electronics and furniture.
- Loss-of-use coverage helps cover additional living expenses if you must move out while your home is rebuilt or repaired.
Western Proudly Supports Our Canadian Communities
At Western, caring is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in Nanaimo and across Canada by actively supporting the causes that matter most to our customers, employees, and neighbours. Our commitment to care drives us to create a positive, lasting impact every day.
Western Communities Foundation Supports BC Wildfire Relief
August 19, 2026