University alumni save with Sonnet

Canadian University Alumni get an exclusive discount* on home and auto insurance – bundle and save even more.

Why choose Sonnet Insurance?

Whether you’re a graduate or student of any Canadian university or college, coast to coast, we’ve got you and your loved ones covered with customized coverage at a competitive price. Rest assured knowing that you’re protected with auto, home, condo, tenant, landlord, and pet insurance from Sonnet.

With our digital platform you can easily access your policy online and make any updates in just a few clicks. Need help? We’re here for you from start to finish. Check out our FAQs, blogs, or get in touch via our online chat.

Give us a call

Our award-winning† Insurance Advisors are here whenever you need help. Contact our fully-licensed agents by email, chat or call and experience our 91% customer satisfaction score for yourself.

Customize your coverage

Get coverage that’s tailored to your lifestyle. So, whether you only need standard insurance coverages or if you want a little more added protection, you can easily update your policy in just a few clicks.

Claims support

Accidents can be stressful but submitting a claim shouldn’t be. We have over 600 claims professionals available if you need to make a home or auto claim. Plus, rest assured knowing we have tow support available if you need help on the road.

Canadian University Alumni save with Sonnet

Insurance coverages that meet your needs

Get the same standard coverage you'd expect anywhere else, plus the option to add extra protection to meet all your needs. So, whether you bundle your home and auto insurance or have just one policy – you can rest assured knowing you’re protected. Need help comparing home and auto coverages? Call us today.

Home insurance coverages

  • Liability Insurance
  • Dwelling and Detached Structures
  • Personal Belongings
  • Extra Expenses
  • Identity Theft
  • Sewer Backup (optional)
  • Overland Water (optional)
  • Hail Coverage (optional)
  • Earthquake Coverage (optional)

Auto insurance coverages

  • Liability Insurance
  • Accident Benefits
  • Collision
  • Comprehensive
  • Accident Forgiveness (optional)
  • Ticket Forgiveness (optional)
  • Rental Extension Bundle (optional)
  • Vroom Service Bundle (optional)
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Still have questions about the University Alumni group discount?
Does the discount apply to both my Sonnet home and auto policies?

Depending on your group, some discounts will apply to both your auto and property policies, while others may apply only to one. If you’re a member of multiple groups, you can only apply one discount per policy.

I already have a Sonnet insurance policy. How do I add a group discount?

If you’re already a Sonnet customer, you can easily add your group discount online in a few steps:

  1. Log in to your account.
  2. Select the policy you’d like to add a Group Discount to.
  3. Select Add Group Discount.
  4. Simply click “Employer or Association” and quickly search for the name of your employer, group, or association and select it from the suggestions that appear. We’ll ask for your group ID to confirm your eligibility.
  5. If you’re a university or college alumni or student, click Canadian University or Canadian College. (If you’ve graduated from both, you can add both discounts and we’ll apply the one that gives you the best savings!)
  6. Click Add Discount.
  7. Review your policy change and any impact to the price of your policy over the remaining policy term. Click Update Policy.
  8. Your policy has been updated with a Group Discount. Review your updated policy payment schedule for changes to the amount of your payments.

Your group discount will automatically be applied to the selected policy. If we’re unable to verify your eligibility, then the discount will be removed.

If you have multiple policies with Sonnet, repeat the steps above for each policy to add a qualifying group discount.

We can help around the clock. Chat with our Advisors Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. Need help after hours? Email us and we’ll reply within one business day. Our chatbot is also available 24/7.

How do I know if my discount has been applied?

During your home or auto quote, start typing and select your group from the dropdown, then enter your group ID. You’ll see a “Discount applied” notification appear throughout the quote flow. We’ll use the information you’ve provided to verify you are a member and automatically apply your discount.

How do I qualify for a group discount?

To qualify for a group discount, you or your spouse need to be an alumni or a student of an eligible Canadian University or College, member of an eligible association, an affinity partner or an employee/retiree of a sponsored company. When you add your discount, we’ll also ask for a group ID. We’ll use the information you’ve provided to confirm your eligibility.

Which universities qualify for the Canadian Alumni group discount?

Sonnet offers the Canadian Alumni University group discount to graduates and students of Canadian Universities. Check the list below to see if you qualify. Sonnet also offers the Canadian Alumni College discount to College students and graduates of Canadian Colleges.

Note that Sonnet is not affiliated or associated with the following schools.

British Columbia

  • British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
  • Capilano University
  • Emily Carr University of Art + Design
  • Kwantlen Polytechnic University
  • Royal Roads University
  • Simon Fraser University
  • The University of British Columbia
  • Thompson Rivers University
  • Trinity Western University
  • University of Northern British Columbia
  • University of the Fraser Valley
  • University of Victoria
  • Vancouver Island University

Alberta

  • Athabasca University
  • Concordia University of Edmonton
  • MacEwan University
  • Mount Royal University
  • Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
  • Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
  • The King’s University
  • University of Alberta
  • University of Calgary
  • University of Lethbridge

Saskatchewan

  • Campion College
  • First Nations University of Canada
  • Luther College
  • St. Thomas More College
  • University of Regina
  • University of Saskatchewan

Manitoba

  • Brandon University
  • Canadian Mennonite University
  • St. Paul’s College
  • The University of Winnipeg
  • Université de Saint-Boniface
  • University of Manitoba

Ontario

  • Algoma University
  • Brescia University College
  • Brock University
  • Carleton University
  • Lakehead University
  • Laurentian University
  • McMaster University
  • Nipissing University
  • Ontario College of Art and Design University (OCAD)
  • Ontario Tech University
  • Queen’s University
  • Redeemer University College
  • Royal Military College
  • Ryerson University
  • Trent University
  • University of Guelph
  • University of Ottawa
  • University of Sudbury
  • University of Toronto
  • University of Waterloo
  • University of Windsor
  • Western University
  • Wilfrid Laurier University
  • York University

Quebec

  • Bishop’s University
  • Concordia University
  • École de technologie supérieure
  • École nationale d’administration publique
  • HEC Montréal
  • Institut national de la recherche scientifique
  • McGill University
  • Polytechnique Montréal
  • Université de Montréal
  • Université de Sherbrooke
  • Université du Québec à Chicoutimi
  • Université du Québec à Montréal
  • Université du Québec à Rimouski
  • Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
  • Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue
  • Université du Québec en Outaouais
  • Université Laval
  • Université TELUQ

New Brunswick

  • Mount Allison University
  • Université de Moncton
  • St. Thomas University
  • University of New Brunswick

Newfoundland

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland

Nova Scotia

  • Acadia University
  • Cape Breton University
  • Dalhousie University
  • Mount Saint Vincent University
  • Nova Scotia College of Art & Design
  • Saint Mary’s University
  • St. Francis Xavier University
  • Université Sainte-Anne
  • University of King’s College

PEI

  • University of Prince Edward Island
How do I add a group discount?

Adding a group discount is easy. 

  1. Look for the Group Discount field when getting a home or auto quote. Simply click “Employer or Association” and quickly search for the name of your employer, group, or association and select it from the suggestions that appear. We’ll ask for your group ID  to confirm your eligibility. 
  2. If you’re a university or college alumni or student, click Canadian University or Canadian College. (If you’ve graduated from both, you can add both discounts and we’ll apply the one that gives you the best savings!) Quickly search for the name of your university or college. We’ll ask you for your graduation/expected graduation year to confirm your eligibility.
  3. Click Add Discount
  4. That’s it! Your group discount will automatically be applied to your quote. If we’re unable to verify your eligibility, then the discount will be removed.

Already have a Sonnet insurance policy? Learn how to add your Group Discount.

*Available in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec and PEI.

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