Student Services

Health Insurance Information

Learn about health insurance and benefits provided to you during your studies in Canada.

Health insurance is mandatory for all international students. As an international student studying in Canada, you may be eligible for provincial health insurance. All students who are ineligible to enroll in provincial healthcare plans must enroll in the Study Insured insurance plan through Robertson.

Be protected with StudyInsured™

All ineligible students to enroll in provincial healthcare plans must enroll in the Study Insured insurance plan through Robertson. A trusted name in the travel insurance industry, StudyInsured™ provides customized options and solutions for global students, travelers, and workers

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Available Provincial Health Plans

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Manitoba Health

You may be eligible for health insurance coverage through Manitoba Health. However, it is recommended that international students explore private health insurance options, either through their educational institutions or through a private insurance company to ensure sufficient coverage for their health care needs.

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Alberta Health Services

If studying in Alberta, you may be eligible for health insurance coverage through Alberta Health Services. However, it is recommended that international students explore private health insurance options, either through their educational institutions or through a private insurance company to ensure sufficient coverage for their health care needs.

Mental health support and resources

Stay Healthy at School

Stay Healthy at School is a separate service offering apart from the insurance benefits available. It offers round-the-clock access to a toll-free mental health line to provide students with one-on-one private and confidential counseling for mental health concerns.

Mental Health Supports in Manitoba

Discover helpful mental health resources available to you in Winnipeg on pages 7 and 8 of the Mental Health Resources Guide for Winnipeg from the Canadian Mental Health Association.

Mental Health Supports in Alberta

There are several mental health supports available in Alberta. Learn more about the resources available in Calgary and Edmonton.