The front of a white sedan parked in an underground parking lot shows some of the most stolen vehicles in Canada.

According to the Insurance Bureau of Canada, auto theft costs Canadians more than $1 billion each year. Car theft is on the rise across Canada, with thieves most commonly targeting high-end vehicles from any manufacturer, including luxury cars, SUVs, and pick-up trucks. If you're wondering whether your vehicle is a hot commodity for thieves, take a look at Equité Association's list of the most stolen vehicles for Canada and your region, based on 2021 data:

Équité Association's most frequently stolen vehicles by region

Rank All of Canada Ontario Quebec Alberta Atlantic region
1 2016-2021 Honda CR-V 2016-2021 Lexus RX Series 2016-2021 Honda CR-V 1997-2007 Ford F350 Series 2009-2018 Ram 1500 Series
2 2016-2021 Lexus RX Series 2016-2021 Honda CR-V 2015-2020 Ford F150 Series 2009-2018 RAM 1500 Series 2014-2018 Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 Series
3 2015-2020 Ford F150 Series 2015-2020 Ford F150 Series 2016-2021 Honda Civic 1999-2006 Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 2500 Series 2011-2015 Honda Civic
4 2016-2021 Honda Civic 2013-2019 Toyota Highlander 2011-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2009-2014 Ford F150 Series 2015-2020 Ford F150 Series
5 2013-2019 Toyota Highlander 2016-2021 Honda Civic 2016-2021 Honda Pilot 1999-2006 Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 Series 2016-2021 Honda Civic
6 2011-2018 Ram 1500 Series 2015-2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2013-2019 Toyota Highlander 2015-2020 Ford F150 Series 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruz
7 1999-2006 Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 2018-2021 Honda Accord 2018-2021 Honda Accord 1997-2007 Ford F250 Series 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze
8 2018-2021 Honda Accord 1999-2006 Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 Series 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma 2007-2013 Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 Series 2008-2014 Chrysler/Dodge Town & Country
9 2011-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2009-2018 RAM 1500 Series 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 2019-2021 RAM 1500 Series 2015-2019 Hyundai Elantra
10 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4

2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma

2019-2021 Acura RDX 2009-2020 Dodge Journey 2009-2014 Ford F150 Series

Is your vehicle at the top of car thieves' shopping lists? Find out now and take some simple steps to avoid being an easy target for vehicle theft.

Avoid becoming a target of vehicle theft

Whether or not your car made the list of the most stolen vehicles , there are some simple things you can do to deter thieves and avoid car theft — and some of them could get you a discount on car insurance, too. If your car has a keyless entry system, take these additional steps to protect your vehicle from electronic car theft.

Installing an anti-theft system can deter thieves and may help you save on insurance

One of the most effective ways to protect your vehicle from being stolen is to install an after-market anti-theft system. Not only can this help reduce your chances of becoming a target for car thieves, but an anti-theft system that tracks your vehicle's location can also help with the recovery of your vehicle if it's stolen. It could also qualify you for an insurance discount, offsetting higher premiums that may apply to high-theft vehicles.

What to do if your car is stolen

Car theft can happen even when you've taken all the right steps to avoid it. Reach out to your licensed car insurance broker to make sure you have the right coverage to protect you in case your vehicle is ever stolen. If you discover that your car has been stolen, take these steps to kickstart your insurance claim and get back on the road.


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