Retirement health coverage and you

Support your health and peace of mind. Learn about the coverage options available to you as a retired member of BC's College Pension Plan.


Eligibility 

You are eligible to enrol in the extended health care and dental plans if you are:

  • A retired member receiving a pension from the College Pension Plan
  • A permanent resident of Canada
  • Covered under your provincial health insurance plan

Your spouse and/or eligible dependant(s) may qualify for coverage if:

  • You are eligible for coverage under the extended health care and/or dental plan
  • They are covered under their provincial health insurance plan

If you are receiving a pension as a beneficiary of a plan member, you may qualify for coverage. Contact us for more information.

Moving to a new province

If you move from one province or territory in Canada to another, you are eligible for coverage if you:

  • Were already enrolled before you moved (or had continuous coverage under a different plan)
  • Notify us of your new address within 60 days of your move, and confirm the date of your move
  • Enrol in the provincial health insurance plan of your new province or territory

Moving to a new country or returning to Canada

If you are moving out of the country and will no longer be a permanent resident of Canada, you will no longer be eligible for retirement health coverage. You may be able to reapply for extended health care and/or dental coverage if you return to live in Canada and apply within 60 days of your return.


External links for retirement health coverage

Read the Green Shield Canada My Benefit Plan booklet 

Medical Services Plan of BC

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Planning for retirement

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