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Date Posted: 08:16:22 06/26/08 Thu
Author: scc
Author Host/IP: NoHost / 203.81.215.249
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One of the most important things you need to do as soon as you arrive in Canada is to apply for a health insurance card.

All members of your family, even newborn babies, must have their own card. You can get an application form from the provincial ministry of health office, any doctor's office, a hospital or a pharmacy.

If necessary, the immigrant-serving organization in your area can help you fill out the form.

To apply for a health card, you will need your birth certificate or Confirmation of Permanent Residence and passport. The permanent resident card may also be presented.

In most provinces, you will receive coverage as soon as you apply.

Health-care services covered by medicare include:


examination and treatment by family doctors;

many types of surgery;

most treatment by specialists;

hospital care;

X-rays;

many laboratory tests; and

most immunizations.

Health-care services not covered by medicare, and for which you will have to pay, include:


ambulance services;

prescription drugs;

dental care; and
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