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.