My dw and I are mearly months now from FIRE. We have left the country for travel at only 1 months escapes, but with FIRE approaching, we will be implementing those 183 day escapes and in need of augmented health care insurance.
For those who are not aware (or who care), Canada will continue to provide health care to it's citizens as long as they do not leave the country for more than 183 days. (6 months) / per year. When canadians leave the country, they can get/buy out of province/country insurance that tops up any benefits that canada will pay while out of its boundry.
It is very easy and cheap to get short term insurance (max 31 days).
It is confusing (and possible expensive) to get longer term insurance.
I'd like to hear from other Canadians (Snowbirds?) on where you get your insurance and what are your premiums and coverage?
Thanks
Mark
For those who are not aware (or who care), Canada will continue to provide health care to it's citizens as long as they do not leave the country for more than 183 days. (6 months) / per year. When canadians leave the country, they can get/buy out of province/country insurance that tops up any benefits that canada will pay while out of its boundry.
It is very easy and cheap to get short term insurance (max 31 days).
It is confusing (and possible expensive) to get longer term insurance.
I'd like to hear from other Canadians (Snowbirds?) on where you get your insurance and what are your premiums and coverage?
Thanks
Mark