Health — Public insurance

Activate your provincial health coverage as early as possible to avoid high emergency costs.

Content coming soon

Why

Content coming soon

• Avoid very high costs in case of an emergency.
• Access essential medical services (doctor, hospital).
• Reduce stress if a health issue happens during your first months.

How

Content coming soon

1. Check eligibility rules and waiting periods in your province.
2. Gather your documents (status, ID, proof of address).
3. Submit the application online or in person, depending on the province.
4. Note the estimated start date of coverage.
5. Consider temporary private insurance if there is a waiting period.
6. Keep a copy of your application and confirmations.

Content coming soon

Content coming soon

• ID document
• Status document
• Proof of local address

Content coming soon

• Waiting too long before applying.
• Confusing travel insurance with provincial health insurance.
• Ignoring the waiting period and assuming you are covered.
• Throwing away confirmation letters or emails.

Content coming soon

• Ask clearly if a waiting period applies and how long it is.
• Keep both digital and paper copies of your documents.
• Identify a clinic or health centre near your home.
• Check what is covered and what is not (dental, vision, medication).
• Store emergency numbers and clinic contacts in your phone.

Content coming soon