You’ll never know when you are in need of medical attention, so better be informed on how you can access medical care. Should you get ill in Canada, worry not, for their hotlines are very much available 24 hours a day.

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Canada provides an excellent universal healthcare system to its citizens and permanent residents. But as an expat in the country, things may run differently. The healthcare a patient receives depends on the person’s immigration status in Canada, therefore you will have to pay for your medicines and treatments if you are a foreigner, and will be required to secure medical insurance.

If you are visiting and staying for more or less a year, it is advisable that you secure insurance to prepare you for any health emergencies during your stay. You may also check with your insurance agent back in your home country if your coverage is able to extend in Canada. You may also reach out to international healthcare insurance providers accepted in Canada through Safe Visit or you may directly check the packages offered by Cigna.

Should you want to secure your medical plans in advance, you may also try contacting Global Health Foyer Group for their health policies specialized for expats. You may reach them at +352 437 43 4256 or drop them an email on their website at Foyer Global Health.

Also, it's generally a good advice and often a much cheaper option to check what insurance packages are available in your own country and what coverage they offer in Canada.