Help CenterImportant: This is only for participants in our Work & Travel program. If you are part of the 'First-Timer Program' then see our articles in 'Health Insurance' for more information.
Activating Your Insurance
You must activate your insurance before you depart for Canada. To activate your insurance follow Camp Canada instructions in the 'Insurance' section.
It is essential that you have medical insurance coverage for the full duration of your stay in Canada, you will be issued a work permit that expires at the same time as your insurance.
Length of Insurance
The standard period of:
- Work & Travel Program: 84 days (12 weeks)
of insurance is included in your Camp Canada program. If your camp program operates more than the above days and/or you want to stay and travel after this, you need to extend your insurance. The extension cost per day is $2.90 CAD per day, you can extend your coverage and pay through your MyInsurance account. You must have proof of insurance for your entire stay before you fly to Canada.
Understanding Your Insurance
As someone on a temporary visa, you won’t be covered by Canada’s public healthcare system unless you’re in certain provinces that allow IEC visa holders to apply for provincial healthcare (e.g., British Columbia or Ontario after a waiting period). Regardless, your work permit will be issued based on the length of the insurance you have purchased.
How do I make a claim?
You will need to login to your eSecutive account and select 'Submit a Claim'. You will need to submit additional documents like:
- Receipts/Invoices
Are there any exceptions to my coverage?
Yes, you can view all the exclusions in your insurance policy. It's important you read through this carefully to understand what you will not be covered for.
Medical Information
Do I need to disclose my medical history on my application?
It's important that you supply us with information on your medical history, but this is optional. If you feel comfortable sharing your medical history information please do so below, and we will then follow up with our dedicated well-being team who will open a conversation on how we can provide whatever additional support we can provide.
Can I travel with my prescription medication?
You will need to review the latest advice by the Government of Canada about travelling into Canada with medications.
Can I purchase medication in Canada?
Purchasing medication in Canada can be very expensive. We do not recommend this, even with a prescription from your Doctor.
Consult your Doctor by letting them know the number of days you will be travelling for or expect to be travelling. We always recommend bringing extra if your Doctor will allow it, just in case!
Your camp may provide over-the-counter medication in their medical centre (e.g., paracetamol) be sure to ask them before you arrive in Canada if you need this type of medication regularly.