I need to subscribe to comprehensive coverage (health care/hospitalization/repatriation) valid for the duration of my stay.
How do I go about this ?

 

  • SteveN 9:05 am on March 16, 2010

    You are not eligible for the government-sponsored health insurance known as "Medicare". That is only available to Canadian citizens and permanent residences.

    If you are coming to Canada as a tourist (temporary resident) or on a travel visa, you would have to obtain coverage through a third party.

    You can purchase traveller’s health insurance from your country before starting on your trip. If you have a credit card, some of them offer travel insurance and/or health insurance for your trip. If not, try contacting a company like Blue Cross. They have a "Visitors to Canada Insurance Plan" that sounds right for you.

  • tuppenybitz 9:05 am on March 16, 2010

    you need to get the insurance from your country before you leave

  • Thamain P 9:05 am on March 16, 2010

    As a tourist you are not eligible for the Health Insurance Plan in Canada. You must pay . That simple!