Expert guides and insights on travel insurance for Canadians
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.
How expats get health insurance in Canada: apply before arrival, understand VTC vs international coverage, and prep documents like passport, visa, and medical exam.
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.
A practical guide to flight-cancellation protection: what Canadian airline rules guarantee (refunds/rebooking), what travel insurance actually covers (cancellation, interruption, delay).
Filing a travel insurance claim? This guide walks you through every step—contacting the 24/7 assistance line, what forms and documents you’ll need (receipts, medical reports, proof of payment), deadlines to watch, direct billing vs. reimbursement, common mistakes to avoid, and how to appeal if your claim is denied.
Not sure if you need medical insurance for Canada? This guide explains when it’s required (Super Visa, IEC, many students), when it’s optional but vital for tourists, and exactly what proof and coverage you need before you arrive.
Backpacking across Canada on a budget? Start with these stand-out hostels in Toronto, Vancouver, and Québec City—plus answers to common questions (age limits, long-term stays, what to expect from hostel life) and smart tips for a safe, affordable trip.
Coming to Canada to study, work, or visit? 4 essentials: prepare for winter, plan for big-country distances and regional differences, know English/French basics, and get visitor health insurance.
Who actually needs travel medical insurance to enter Canada and what makes a good policy? Learn the must-have benefits (coverage limits, pre-existing condition wording, deductibles, evacuation), Super Visa/IEC requirements, and how to compare quotes.
Use our neighborhood guide to pick the best area to stay in Toronto. Compare Downtown/Entertainment District (sights & nightlife), Yorkville (luxury), Queen West & The Annex (arts/indie), Distillery District & Old Town (heritage), Harbourfront (family-friendly), and Leslieville (local vibe)—with TTC access, safety, and hotel vs Airbnb tips.
Use our neighborhood guide to choose the best base in Vancouver—Downtown/Coal Harbour for views, Yaletown for dining/nightlife, Gastown for heritage charm, West End for beaches/Stanley Park, Kitsilano for a local vibe, and the North Shore for mountain access—plus hotel vs. Airbnb tips, SkyTrain/SeaBus access, and budget advice.
Coming to Canada on an IEC or Super Visa? This guide shows you exactly how to find care—when to use your insurer’s assistance line, book virtual or in-person visits, handle emergencies, and understand how provincial health plans fit in.
