Nova Scotia

• Students
  • Eligible to apply for coverage the first day of the thirteenth month following the date of arrival in Nova Scotia as a student, provided the student has not been outside the province for more than 31 consecutive days except in the course of his/her studies. Coverage is renewable each year.
• Workers/Trainees
  • Eligible to apply for coverage upon arrival, provided the worker will be remaining in Nova Scotia for at least 1 full year and has signed a declaration. Coverage will begin on the date of arrival in Nova Scotia or the date the work permit was issued, whichever is the later date. For continuous coverage, a copy of the renewed work permit must be submitted and a new declaration form must be signed each year.
• Visitors/Accompanying Persons
  • Not eligible for provincial coverage.
• Dependents
  • Your dependents may qualify for Provincial coverage, please contact the Ministry of Health for further details.

For further information, please contact the Ministry of Health.

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