Expert guides and insights on travel insurance for Canadians
The BestQuote MedEC policy is available for IEC participants, Super Visa holders, and all visitors to Canada. Emergency medical coverage with GHIP refund, Maple virtual care, and early return refund. Get a free quote.
A practical guide to using your MedEC policy in Canada: when to choose virtual, clinic, or ER care; how to call assistance; how to submit a claim; and how the 25% GHIP refund works.
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.
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.
Parents and grandparents coming to Canada on a Super Visa must carry private medical insurance for at least one year. This guide explains the exact requirements, what good coverage includes, how pricing works, and how to avoid gaps so you’re fully protected from arrival to departure.
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.
Good news for Super Visa applicants (parents & grandparents): you can now spread the cost of required medical insurance with a monthly payment plan. This guide explains how payment plans work, who qualifies, what documents you may need for visa/entry, typical fees and limits, and how to compare insurers for the best value.
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.
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.
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.
Planning a Super Visa for your parents or grandparents? Here’s the guide to eligibility, mandatory medical insurance, LICO income proofs, 5-year stays, and a step-by-step application checklist - plus trusted insurance options to get approved.
