Why is it Important for Players and Family members to be covered?
Anyone visiting Canada has the potential of experiencing an unexpected illness or injury while you’re in Canada. Players and their accompanying family members should all have a travel insurance policy that is effective the date you arrive in Canada to cover any sudden costs due to unexpected medical expenses. Foreign athletes are likely to experience minor injuries while playing and the insurance will provide the coverage to ensure that you can get back out on the ice as soon as possible.
Visitors to Canada that experience a medical emergency are going to encounter unfamiliar medical systems, different health care standards and potential language barriers. Travel insurance offers crucial protection by covering unexpected medical expenses. Some definitions critical in travel policies are explained below.
GMHL players from outside of Canada need to apply for specific coverage using the APPLY NOW link below. Please follow exact instructions for the Coverage Date, Amount and Deductible.
Pre-Existing Condition
Pre-existing conditions are not covered under the Manulife Plan A that we recommend. It is important to understand what that is so you can reach out to us if this is a concern for you. A pre-existing condition is typically defined as any sickness, injury or medical condition for which you consulted a physician, had symptoms, were hospitalized or prescribed medications within a 6-month period before the effective date of the policy.
Pre-existing conditions are not covered under the Manulife Plan A that we recommend. It is important to understand what that is so you can reach out to us if this is a concern for you. A pre-existing condition is typically defined as any sickness, injury or medical condition for which you consulted a physician, had symptoms, were hospitalized or prescribed medications within a 6-month period before the effective date of the policy.
Trip Break
During your coverage period, you can contact the Assistance Centre for prior approval to return home under the Trip Break benefit, your Visitors to Canada coverage will be suspended but not terminated and when you return to Canada, your policy coverage will resume. There will be no refund of premium for any of the days during your return home and your end date of coverage must include dates you are back home.
During your coverage period, you can contact the Assistance Centre for prior approval to return home under the Trip Break benefit, your Visitors to Canada coverage will be suspended but not terminated and when you return to Canada, your policy coverage will resume. There will be no refund of premium for any of the days during your return home and your end date of coverage must include dates you are back home.
Waiting Period
A waiting period will apply, except in the case of injury, if you purchase this insurance after your arrival in Canada or after the expiry date of an existing Visitors to Canada policy issued by us. Waiting period means the 48-hour period following and including your effective date of insurance if you purchase your policy after the expiry date of an existing Manulife Visitor to Canada policy; or after you arrive in Canada.
A waiting period will apply, except in the case of injury, if you purchase this insurance after your arrival in Canada or after the expiry date of an existing Visitors to Canada policy issued by us. Waiting period means the 48-hour period following and including your effective date of insurance if you purchase your policy after the expiry date of an existing Manulife Visitor to Canada policy; or after you arrive in Canada.
Here are the Steps to Book your Travel Insurance:
1. Begin the process
Review the disclaimer and to proceed click I Agree
To get started, under Visitors to Canada click Get a Quote
To get started, under Visitors to Canada click Get a Quote
2. Tell us about your Trip
For the question “Do you need insurance for super visa” click NO
Complete:
Date Arriving in Canada & Coverage Start Date = Date Arriving in Canada
Enter End Date: March 31*
*Even if returning home for the holidays
Amount of Emergency Medical Coverage: $100,000
While in Canada, where will you primarily be staying? Answer: Ontario
Type of Coverage: Single
Enter: Date of Birth
Click Show Plans
3. Choosing your Plan
Choose: Single Trip Emergency Plan – PLAN A
Deductible MUST be set to $0
Coverage amount must be set to $100,000
Trip Interruption: Select NO
Read Eligibility Information & Pre-existing Condition Exclusion
(see above for explanations of these terms)
Click Apply
Deductible MUST be set to $0
Coverage amount must be set to $100,000
Trip Interruption: Select NO
Read Eligibility Information & Pre-existing Condition Exclusion
(see above for explanations of these terms)
Click Apply
4. Personal Information
Enter your first and last name, sex and preferred language.
Enter your Email address
Enter Country or District of Residence which is your Home Country
Enter Contact Information while in Canada including Primary Phone Number (could be coach or billet phone number)
Click Continue
Enter your Email address
Enter Country or District of Residence which is your Home Country
Enter Contact Information while in Canada including Primary Phone Number (could be coach or billet phone number)
Click Continue
5. Purchase the Plan
View Details and Payment
Review Summary for Errors.
Enter Credit Card Details (no Visa Debit allowed)
Click on the Box Accept Terms and Conditions
Click Purchase
Review Summary for Errors.
Enter Credit Card Details (no Visa Debit allowed)
Click on the Box Accept Terms and Conditions
Click Purchase
Final Step
A Thank You screen with Policy Number will generate.
Click on Policy Number for your confirmation certificate.
A copy of this confirmation will be emailed to you.
To open, you will be prompted for your arrival date and Canadian Phone Number.
Enter this information to view AND/OR print your confirmation.
NOTE: we advise you to keep a printed copy of your insurance card on your person at all times when in Canada, and remember to contact Manulife (info on the card) before seeking medical attention.
Click on Policy Number for your confirmation certificate.
A copy of this confirmation will be emailed to you.
To open, you will be prompted for your arrival date and Canadian Phone Number.
Enter this information to view AND/OR print your confirmation.
NOTE: we advise you to keep a printed copy of your insurance card on your person at all times when in Canada, and remember to contact Manulife (info on the card) before seeking medical attention.
Information for Parents and/or Caregivers accompanying Players
If you will be accompanying your family member to Canada and need insurance you can use the same link and follow the steps above. It should be noted, that while the players are required to have a minimum of $100,000 with a $0 deductible, you do not have the same requirements, however if you chose to have a deductible, it would have to be paid for each new claim.
Important Information for Insurance Claims
In the case of a medical claim, please call Manulife at the number below as soon as possible.
as some treatments may need prior authorization.
To initial your claim, use the submit claim documents link below.
To initial your claim, use the submit claim documents link below.
- Call Manulife 1-877-878-0142
- Submit Claim Documents
Important Links for your Travel Insurance Needs:
To Download a PDF of the instructions that you can print, click here
For family members who wish to purchase a Manulife Plan, click here
To download a copy of the insurance policy wording click here
If you are not sure what coverage you need, please email us at travel@scinsurance.ca and we will get back to you in 1-2 business days.
