Studies have found that many Canadians who travel within Canada, but outside of their home province, don’t purchase travel insurance. Many assume their provincial government or employee health plans will cover everything, but that is not always the case.
Expenses such as prescription drugs, ambulance services, x-rays, and other procedures may not be covered by your plan if you’re travelling outside Manitoba. These expenses can be quite costly. For example, ambulance fees can reach almost $1,000, depending on province.
So, if you’re planning a summer vacation outside Manitoba, make sure you pick up travel insurance and carry proof of it with you. Additionally, include a copy of the name and phone number of the insurance provider and consider leaving a copy of everything with a relative or trusted neighbour. With all this in place, you’ll be able to truly relax and enjoy your summer getaway.
Learn more about Access Credit Union’s insurance options to protect what matters most to you.
