With more than 78% of Canada’s population now fully vaccinated, and boosters becoming available across the country, it’s the perfect time to address questions about how travel insurance responds for Canadians.

Not ready for that long-awaited, well-deserved vacation to end? Or want to stay to visit family just a bit longer? Or, do you need to stay away longer for work? Or, has your flight been delayed due to circumstances beyond your control, preventing you from returning home? Or, are you stuck at your destination under quarantine?

With COVID-19 and other prevalent global viruses on travellers’ minds, the need for an understanding of proper travel protection has also grown. These and other general health and safety concerns related to travelling might have you wondering, “When is the right time to buy travel insurance?” As you’ll read with one essential worker’s experience with COVID-19 below, the answer might be sooner than you think!