The University’s Green Shield OHIP Equivalent Health Insurance Plan (GSHIP), is equivalent to the Ontario Health Insurance Plan. This comprehensive coverage is mandatory for all undergraduate and graduate international students here on a study permit.
Health Plan Coverage Brief Summary:
80% of prescriptions
Vaccinations
Out-of-Province/Country
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Accidental Medical Reimbursement
Dental Accident Reimbursement
Tutorial Expense Benefit
One optometric examination during any 24 mont consecutive period
$200 towards eye glass lenses or contacts in any consecutive 24 months
80% up to a maximum of $300.00 each policy towards paramedical practitioners (e.g. chiropractors, massage therapist, speech therapist and physiotherapist etc.)
Dental Plan Coverage Brief Summary:
70% of one Exam, including X-Rays
70% of one cleaning and one Fluoride
75% coverage for removal of impacted teeth, including up to two Wisdom Teeth
70% of cost of normal fillings
Other oral surgery covered at a rate of 10%
For full health and dental coverage please refer to www.studentvip.ca/uwsa.