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Travel Coverage

Travel coverage is the foundation of Backpack. Providing assurance that your travellers have the coverage they require when experiencing a medical emergency or trip interruption.

  • $2 million-dollar coverage per incident
  • 365 days of worldwide travel insurance
  • 30 days coverage in home country
  • Trip Cancellation/Interruption
  • Lost Baggage
  • 24/7 multilingual emergency assistance & case management
  • Worldwide medical facility network
  • Direct billing

Full details can be found in the Travel Brochure



  • Before You Depart

Keep In Mind

  • Travel coverage cannot be extended past August 31 each policy year. If your travel duration exceeds August 31, please contact your health plan office or Student VIP for more information.
  • 365 days of coverage may not be valid for international students. Please contact the health plan office or Student VIP for confirmation before you leave the province.
  • Travel coverage offered through the plan is only valid if your provincial health care is in force for the entire duration of your travel. Please contact your provincial Ministry of Health office or download the appropriate travel flyer HERE for more information.
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