Farmboy1892

Hi Folks,


If I was to accept a job offer in another province would I have to wait three months in the new province just like I had to in Ontario for health care cover?

Is there any other things I should know about moving from one province to another along the lines of what I have asked above?

Just inquiring as Canada has definitely thrown a few curve balls at me in my short time here. Better measuring twice and cutting once!!

Regards

Alan.

scilly

Not sure about the waiting period, but you should be aware that government Health Care Plans certainly differ from province to province with some having more coverage than others.

It is now advised that Canadians travelling to other provinces on holiday BUY travel insurance, just as they should when going to the US, UK or any other "foreign" place.

Last time I checked, travel insurance for us, 2 seniors, going to NS and away from BC for 3 weeks would cost over $400 .......... that was more than we paid for 6 weeks coverage in Australia a few years ago.

bc2015

Each province is different. They all have information about waiting periods for new residents posted online. E.g for BC

How to Apply - Province of British Columbia

Almost Canadian

I believe that the healthcare from your current Province will cover you for the waiting period in the Province you are moving to. I suggest you check with your current provider.

scilly

The current Province will only cover to the extent that they would cover in that province, so if the new province charges more for whatever service, then you will have to pay the extra, or possibly all of the cost.

That is why the recommendation is to take out Traveller's Insurance if travelling within Canada but out of province.

I was amazed at how much such insurance cost!

Farmboy1892

Thank folks.


I will look into it further.


Regards

Farmboy