Tag: travel medical insurance
A Guide to Purchasing Travel Insurance for Skiing & Snowboarding
With panoramic views and captivating ski scenes, who doesn’t love to hit the slopes every year to enjoy winter sports in Canada? Whether you’re a powder-hound or a family on an annual snow vacation, if you plan to ski or snowboard, it’s important to make sure that you have the right travel insurance coverage for […]
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The Right Travel Insurance for Your Favourite Winter Sports
Winter is coming, and that means it’s time to get out in the snow and explore Canada’s winter wonderland by enjoying seasonal festivals, holiday activities and various winter sports! Whether you’re setting out on a snowy getaway to channel your inner sports-extremist or tackling your favourite annual winter activity, choosing the right travel insurance policy […]
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Mexico, Central and South America Travel Advisory: Zika Virus Alert
Are you heading to Central or South America for some R&R? Be sure to protect yourself against the Zika virus! The Public Health Agency of Canada recently reported an outbreak of Zika virus in Mexico and countries in Central and South America, which is spread via infected mosquitos. Symptoms include: Fever Headache Pink Eye Rashes […]
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Saskatchewan Resident? Now You Can Stay out of the Province for Longer!
Are you a Saskatchewan resident who’s planning to escape the harsh Canadian winter this year? Snowbirds rejoice! The Saskatchewan government is extending out of province health care coverage for residents. As of January 1, 2016, like your neighbours in Alberta and Manitoba, you’ll be able to stay out of the province for seven months (up […]
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Travel Insurance for Backcountry & Off-Piste Skiing
If you’re a recreational backcountry skier or splitboarder planning to enjoy the backcountry or slackcountry this winter, TuGo’s Emergency Medical Travel Insurance will cover you for misadventures both on and off the mountain, and on and off-piste too! Despite the dangers of this extreme sport, backcountry recreationalists can be covered by travel insurance.
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