Visitors to Canada Insurance

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We can help you find the best medical insurance for Visitors to Canada.

With our Visitors to Canada insurance plan, you can relax without worrying about the cost of medical expenses such as a clinic or hospital visit.

Click on one of the below topics to unpack your travel insurance for Visitors to Canada:

 

Coverage Benefits ←

  • Hospitalization
  • Medical services
  • Prescription drugs
  • Paramedical services
  • Accidental dental
  • Return of remains
  • Child care
  • 24-hour travel assistant services

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Waiting Period Info ←

If you apply before arriving in Canada or are replacing an existing emergency medical plan issued by a Canadian insurer, there is no waiting period. This means your coverage begins immediately at 12:01 am on the start date you select on your policy. This is ideal, especially for unexpected situations, as you’ll have full coverage from the moment your trip begins.

Here’s a breakdown of the benefits:

  • Immediate coverage for unforeseen circumstances: If you have an accident or sudden illness upon arrival, you’ll be covered for medical expenses right away.
  • No gaps in coverage: If you’re replacing an existing Canadian emergency medical plan, there won’t be a period where you’re uninsured between the plans.

Deductibles & Coverage ←

You can choose your deductible anywhere from $0 – $1,000.

Coverage limits available: $25,000, $50,000, $100,000, $150,000 or $200,000.

Blue Cross Insurance ←

Blue Cross is an organization that offers a wide range of health insurance products and services, including health, dental, travel, life and disability benefits. They insure and manage health programs for individuals and organizations across Canada.

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*Please be aware that by clicking the above button, you’ll be redirected to a quote portal at the following address: partner.quote.on.bluecross.ca where you can complete your application and purchase your coverage.

GMS Insurance ←

Group Medical Services (GMS) is a Canadian organization that provides health, dental, and travel insurance plans. They’ve been around since the 1930s and focus on providing easy-to-understand plans with helpful customer service.

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*Please be aware that by clicking the above button, you’ll be redirected to a quote portal at the following address: my.gms.ca/buyflow/vtc where you can complete your application and purchase your coverage.

TuGo Insurance ←

TuGo is a Canadian company with over 55 years of experience specializing in travel insurance. They offer a variety of travel insurance plans to protect travellers from unexpected events during their trips, including medical emergencies, trip cancellations, trip interruptions, baggage loss or damage, and even flight delays.

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*Please be aware that by clicking the above button, you’ll be redirected to a quote portal at the following address: shop.tugo.com where you can complete your application and purchase your coverage.

Who should get Visitors to Canada medical coverage?

If you’re thinking about travelling to Canada or have loved ones visiting, it may be wise to consider Visitors to Canada travel insurance. People who should consider purchasing an emergency medical while visiting Canada are:

  • New immigrants who are waiting for the Saskatchewan health plan to start.
  • A Canadian citizen who recently returned to Canada after living abroad and is waiting for the SK health plan to restart.
  • A visitor to Canada on a working visa.

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The emergency medical plan coverage highlights travel insurance for visitors to Canada.

  • Hospitalization: Regarding hospitalization, expenses for staying in a ward are covered, but semi-private or private accommodations are not.
  • Medical Appliances: If prescribed by the attending physician, the cost of crutches, canes, splints, wheelchairs, orthopedic corsets, and other medical appliances.
  • Drugs: Physicians’ prescriptions are covered if they are necessary for emergency treatment but not if they are required for the continued stabilization of a chronic medical condition.

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Get peace of mind with expert advice on travel medical insurance.

Visit one of our office locations and speak with an insurance advisor who can help you navigate the complexities of a visitor to Canada insurance policy. With our expert guidance, you can give your family the confidence they need to travel and have peace of mind.

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