Services and Benefits
Group Health Insurance
What is Group Health Insurance?
Our Health Benefits Program offers eligible Veterans and certain survivors access to group insurance under the Public Service Health Care Plan. Participation is voluntary and complements your other available medical coverage available if you have needs stemming from an injury or illness related to your service.
If you qualify and choose to participate in the Public Service Health Care Plan through Veterans Affairs Canada, you will be required to pay a monthly contribution depending on the type and level of coverage chosen and you will have a minimum deductible each calendar year. Once your annual deductible has been paid, 80 percent of the cost for most eligible expenses is reimbursed.
For terms and conditions of coverage, as well as detailed information regarding the benefits provided, please call Sun Life, toll-free, at 1-888-757-7427 or visit http://www.pshcptrust.ca/english/plandetails/default.shtml.
Important Notes:
- Regular dental coverage is not available as part of the Public Service Health Care Plan through Veterans Affairs Canada.
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Do I Qualify?
You can apply for Public Service Health Care Plan coverage through Veterans Affairs Canada, if you are:
- A former Canadian Forces member who released on or after April 1, 2006, has been approved for SISIP Long Term Disability (SISIP LTD)
- A former Canadian Forces member who is eligible for the Rehabilitation Program but not eligible for the Public Service Health Care Plan post-release.
- The survivor of a Canadian Forces member or Veteran, who died after April 1, 2006 as a result of their service-related injury or illness, and you are not otherwise eligible for the Public Service Health Care Plan.
How Do I Apply?
Contact us for assistance.
