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Interim Federal Health Program
The Interim Federal Health Program provides temporary health insurance to refugees, protected persons and refugee claimants, as well as to their dependants, in Canada who are not yet covered by a provincial or territorial health insurance plan.
Delivered by: Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)
Eligibility Information
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- demonstrate that they are unable to pay for their own medical services
- not be covered by private health insurance plans
- other criteria may apply
Contact Information
- General Inquiries: 1 888 242-2100
- TTY: 1 888 576-8502
Related Information
- The insurance covers the costs of emergency medical treatments and other essential medical services.
