PGSS Health and Dental Insurance for Canadian Students
Canadian graduate students who have registered full-time are automatically enrolled in the Enhanced Plan of the PGSS Health and Dental Plan. Canadian students who have registered part-time are not automatically enrolled but may choose to opt-in.
Canadian graduate students have the option to modify or change their plan, combine it with another plan, or simply opt out entirely. To learn more about the PGSS Health & Dental plan, including what your coverage entails, the cost, and how to opt-in or -out, kindly visit the PGSS Health & Dental Plan webpage.
Health and Dental Insurance for International Students
International graduate students are required to participate in the McGill International Health Insurance plan and as such are automatically enrolled. Coverage begins on September 1st, although you may activate you plan between August 1st and August 31st, if you plan to arrive in Canada early. You may activate the plan early in Minerva, using the Student Menu. Some international students may qualify for an exemption allowing them to opt-out of the plan. The Exemptions webpage contains the eligibility requirements for an exemption, the required supporting documents, exemption instructions, and exemption deadlines.
Additional information can be found on McGill International Health Insurance plan website, including benefits, claims, and accessing healthcare.
International graduate students are also enrolled in the dental insurance plan offered through PGSS.