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Out-of-province coverage to be extended for Sask. snowbirds

Saskatchewan residents who spend a significant time outside of the province will soon be able to take advantage of an extra month of health care benefits.
Saskatchewan residents who spend a significant time outside of the province will soon be able to take advantage of an extra month of health care benefits.

REGINA – Saskatchewan residents who spend a significant time outside of the province will soon be able to take advantage of an extra month of health care benefits.

The province announced Tuesday that residents will now be able to maintain their health care benefits for seven months (in a 12-month period), up from the previous limit of six months.

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“Many Saskatchewan residents have asked for this increased coverage, and will now have a little more time to be able to enjoy their travel outside the province,” said health minister Dustin Duncan.

The change, which takes effect January 1, 2016, will bring Saskatchewan in line with other provinces including British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario.

Residents are advised that the change will not be retroactive and that the six-month maximum will still apply to residents who leave the province before December 31, 2015.

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All Saskatchewan residents planning to spend extended time out of the country are encouraged to get additional travel insurance.

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