What happens when I travel outside my home province?

If you are a member covered for extended health under the PEBT Benefits Program, you are eligible for coverage while travelling outside your home province. Please refer to the extended health section under My Benefits for coverage details.

Print off the medi-assist brochure if you will be travelling outside your home province. Call the relevant number for immediate assistance and guidance if a medical issue arises.

Please note the following expenses are not covered when incurred out-of-province:

  • Expenses incurred due to elective treatment and diagnostic procedures, or complications related to such treatment.
  • Expenses incurred due to therapeutic abortion, childbirth, or complications of pregnancy occurring within 2 months of the expected delivery date.
  • Expenses for continuous or routine medical care normally covered by the government plan in your province of residence.