Canada welcomes over 500,000 international students every year from across the globe. Students choose Canada not only for its world-class education system but also for its high standard of living.

While Canada has an excellent healthcare system, it primarily serves permanent residents and citizens. International students, however, are not eligible for government-funded healthcare benefits. That’s why International Student Insurance is essential—it ensures that students studying in Canada are protected in case of medical emergencies, illness, or accidents.

Emergency medical care

Illnesses and accidents

Pre-existing conditions (if applicable)

Other essential healthcare services

Coverage varies depending on the province. While some provinces include international students under their health plans, others (such as Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Yukon) do not. In such provinces, students must either join a University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) or purchase private health insurance.

Regardless of where you study, you must have health insurance while in Canada.

Typical Coverage Includes: (Coverage details may vary depending on your provider and province. Please refer to the policy wording for full details.)

• Emergency hospitalization & medical expenses
• Non-emergency medical treatments
• Doctor consultations & routine check-ups
• Psychiatric & psychological care
• Tutorial services & trauma counseling
• Prescription drugs & diagnostic tests
• Ambulance services
• Dental emergencies & wisdom teeth removal
• Eye exams, glasses, and hearing aids
• Maternity expenses
• Tuberculosis testing & vaccinations
• Emergency air transportation or return home
• Repatriation (return of deceased)
• Transportation of a family member in emergencies
• Accidental death & dismemberment