Do I need to purchase Medical Insurance for my stay in Canada?

Yes. Your health and well-being are very important. Without health insurance, you could pay thousands of dollars per day for a hospital stay or even be refused certain health services. You should have insurance for the entire duration of your time in Canada. Residents and temporary residents of BC are eligible for the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP). The following website will provide you with eligibility information on MSP: www.healthservices.gov.bc.ca/msp/infoben/eligible.html#who.

Coverage for the 3-month MSP waiting period and for the entire study period for clients who are not eligible for MSP is available through David Cummings Insurance Services Ltd. Visit www.david-cummings.com/issbc for more information and to purchase coverage.

Disclaimer: ISSofBC is not selling insurance. This information is provided as a service to clients who may want a referral to a provider of insurance.