Expert guides and insights on travel insurance for Canadians
UK applicants now get more IEC flexibility with a wider age eligibility, three stream options, and a path to 36 months in Canada. Here's what changes and how to stay compliant with insurance.
Looking for warm winter bases beyond the U.S.? This guide compares Mexico, Spain, Costa Rica and Portugal - best months, typical costs, how long Canadians can stay, key entry notes, safety advisories, and the travel medical insurance you’ll want before you book.
Visiting Canada? MedEC provides affordable emergency medical coverage for tourists, family visitors, and newcomers waiting for provincial health care. Compare limits and deductibles, see what’s covered (ER, hospital, doctor visits, prescriptions, repatriation), and get a fast online quote with policy proof by email.
A practical guide to using your MedEC policy in Canada: when to choose virtual, clinic, or ER care; how to call assistance; how to submit a claim; and how the 25% GHIP refund works.
Get medical help from your phone or laptop anywhere in Canada—no waiting room. Learn how telehealth works (online doctors, e-prescriptions, mental-health visits), typical costs, booking steps, and when Visitors to Canada or IEC insurance may cover virtual care.
Need to make a claim on Visitors to Canada or IEC (Working Holiday) insurance? This step-by-step guide covers calling the 24/7 assistance line first, what documents you’ll need (receipts, medical reports, proof of payment), direct billing vs. reimbursement, timelines and deadlines, common mistakes to avoid, and how to appeal a denied claim.
Canada has updated temporary resident policies. Here’s how they affect International Experience Canada (IEC)—Working Holiday, Young Professionals, and International Co-op. Learn what may change for eligibility, job-offer requirements, proof of funds, full-duration insurance, extensions, re-entry, and timelines—plus tips to stay compliant.
Get border-ready in minutes. This 2025 IEC documents checklist covers your POE letter, valid health insurance, proof of funds, departure ticket, and supporting paperwork - everything you need to activate your work permit smoothly on arrival.
Heading south for the winter from Canada? Start with these three must-know tips: understand stability periods for pre-existing conditions, pick the right coverage limits/deductible (U.S. costs are high), and choose the best policy type—single-trip, top-up, or annual—plus when to buy and what proof to carry.
How expats get health insurance in Canada: apply before arrival, understand VTC vs international coverage, and prep documents like passport, visa, and medical exam.
Landing in Canada on an IEC work permit? This guide breaks down how the mobile market works, the best-value plans for different needs (prepaid, 5G, city value), quick eSIM setup, roaming options, and the small print to check so you don’t overpay.
Travelling to Canada with medication? Learn the rules: keep meds in carry-on, original packaging, bring a doctor’s note, and follow the 90-day supply limit.
