Dartmouth amalgamated with Halifax in 1996, making it a part of the greater Halifax area. But it still has a vibe all its own. With its own identity, you cross the bridge into a community where you can walk along the waterfront and take in the amazing view of Halifax from across the water. It’s an adventure to experience. Your insurance can be as unique as your route and your world. At Munn Insurance you can find the most competitive auto insurance in Dartmouth and save while you’re doing it.

KEEP YOUR HANDS ON THE WHEEL.

New regulations in Nova Scotia have changed from it just being illegal to text or use your phone while driving to cover all hand-held communication/entertainment devices, or any other prescribed electronic device. This also includes using the GPS. Plan everything before you put the car in drive. It will take about two years from passage before all new regulations and the new law are in place, but practice makes perfect. Start your good driving habits now.

HELP KEEP WORKERS SAFE.

When an emergency vehicle pulled over with its lights flashing, the law is motorists must slow down to 60 km/h or obey the speed limit if it’s lower than 60 km/h. If the road has two or more lanes in one direction, motorists must also move into another lane farther away from the stopped vehicle if it can be done safely. A motorist must obey these laws for ambulances, police vehicles, fire department vehicles, Department of Lands and Forestry fire vehicles, fire chiefs’ or deputy fire chiefs’ vehicles, conservation officers’ vehicles, motor vehicle and carrier inspectors’ vehicles, public safety vehicles such as sheriffs and bridge patrol officers, and tow trucks that are stopped at the scene of a fire or collision or assisting a vehicle. A fine can be as high as $350 for a first offence, with the potential to go higher.

CHECK YOUR VEHICLE.

Always keep your car well maintained. Make sure your tires are properly inflated, and your fluids are all at proper levels. Maintain a consistent check that your vehicle’s equipment is functioning properly. Also, seasons change abruptly in the Maritimes. Always be ready for autumn to suddenly become winter.

GIVE PEDESTRIANS A HEAD START.

In developments from Fall 2019, the Halifax Regional Municipality and the Provincial Government made strides in protecting pedestrians and motorists. Statistics revealed in the first eight months of 2018 there were 120 vehicle-pedestrian collisions in the municipality with 61% of them happening in a crosswalk. To improve safety, Halifax has installed what is referred to as “advanced pedestrian lights” at six high-pedestrian traffic intersections in the City, five in Halifax and one in Dartmouth. A green pedestrian “walking man” signal comes on for several seconds before the traffic light turns green. In this way, pedestrians are given a head start to proceed forward into the crosswalk and be seen.

We recognize the value groups provide to Dartmouth. First Responders, Health Care Professionals, Alumni Associations, Educators and Instructors all play a vital role in helping others across Nova Scotia. They give so much, and we’re happy to give back. Munn Insurance Preferred Groups in Nova Scotia are able to take advantage of special discounts and many extra-valuable benefits.

Nova Scotians love their leisure time and their leisure vehicles. MyRide Leisure Insurance from Munn Insurance is the most competitive, comprehensive leisure vehicle insurance available in Nova Scotia. Whether it’s your ATV, motorhome, motorcycle – or any of your leisure vehicles – A Munn policy offers more protection and value than any other program you’ll find.