Trip Cancellation Insurance

PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT

A trip can be considered an investment and if you are planning to travel, you should protect that investment from unexpected and uncontrollable events that may require you to cancel it.

Travel cancellation may

provide the reimbursement of the value of your trip if you cancel it or interrupt it while you are travelling out of your province of residence.

WHAT DOES TRIP CANCELLATION COVER?

A cancellation insurance provides coverage at time of purchase of your policy up to the day you leave on your trip. Should you have to cancel your trip due to unexpected or unforeseen covered risks such as the death of an immediate family member, this coverage can help cover non-refundable pre-paid travel costs.

WHAT DOES TRAVEL INTERRUPTION COVER?

Travel interruption insurance provides coverage while you are on your trip and you experience unexpected or unforeseen travel interruptions such as a death in the family, or your scheduled carrier is delayed by weather conditions.

INSURED RISKS

Injuries

Sickness

Death

Canadian Government has issued an advisory against travelling

Disaster at your residence

Cancellation of a conference

Job loss

Flight cancellation

*Admissibility criterias are determined by each policy.

HOW DOES THAT COVERAGE WORK?

It reimburses forfeited, non-refundable or unused payments or deposits if travellers must cancel or interrupt their trip due to a covered reason.

CAN I CANCEL MY TRAVEL FOR ANY REASON AND GET ALL MY MONEY BACK?

Not all reasons are covered.

In order for this insurance to apply, the cancellation or interruption of your covered trip must result from an unforeseen event occurring during your coverage period that prevents you from traveling.

IS IT THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOU?

Trip cancellation insurance as a standalone policy does not include any emergency medical or hospital benefit.

If you also require emergency medical coverage we strongly recommend you select an

all inclusive travel insurance package.

We compare travel cancellation quotes from 11 carriers in order to find you the best coverage that suits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Travel Insurance

Why is it important to have trip cancellation coverage?

Too many people leave on vacation thinking that nothing serious can happen. Sadly, that long-anticipated trip can suddenly not happen or turn into a nightmare. A divorce, job loss, serious illness, or even the death of a loved one could suddenly interrupt your trip. What would happen if your airline or cruise line went bankrupt? What would you do if your passport and wallet were stolen during your trip? What about cancelled flights, missed connections, lost luggage and acts of terrorism? And what if you suddenly get sick at your destination?That is why it is important to purchase insurance that covers financial losses related to non-refundable expenses, such as prepaid purchases.

Why do I need coverage when I travel?

An accident or emergency can happen anywhere. If you need medical care in another country or in another Canadian province, your government health plan may pay only a portion of the costs. Travel medical insurance starts where these plans end. It provides coverage for unforeseen problems, from a cancelled flight to a serious illness, and even such rare cases as an act of terrorism or the bankruptcy of a supplier. If an illness, accident, or other insured unforeseen circumstances forces travellers to cancel or interrupt their plans, they face two major financial losses: the money invested in non-refundable prepayments and medical expenses that in many instances may not be covered by health plans.

Doesn't my credit card provide coverage for me when I travel?

We recommend that you carefully review the coverage provided by your credit card issuer, as well as any conditions or stipulations before you leave.

Doesn't my government health care plan cover me?

When you travel outside Canada, you leave up to 90% of your government coverage behind. Government plans also typically cover only a limited portion of medical costs once you leave your home province or territory, even if you are still in Canada. Many provincial health plans do not provide payment directly to foreign hospitals. They may have a deductible and/or not cover the cost of emergency medical transportation. Emergency assistance services offered by insurers are there to help direct you to the right hospital and make sure you receive the proper medical care.Your government health coverage does not provide such extensive services 24 hours a day, nor does it provide upfront payment for emergency medical care. In addition, government plans do not guarantee coverage for special care such as air ambulance or emergency dental services.

When should I purchase?

We strongly recommend that you purchase coverage before departure. Although some of our insurers will cover you if you are already on your trip, they may exclude any pre-existing medical conditions, limit the amounts payable on your policy or impose a large deductible.

Can I extend my coverage if I prolong my trip?

You can extend your coverage at any time if you prolong your trip.

Are any events or medical conditions not covered?

Every insurance plan contains restrictions and exclusions. For more information, review the terms and conditions of the products that interest you. You can also contact SecuriGlobe for more detailed information. Feel free to mention any concern when you call us for your quote.

Why buy through Better Travel Insurance?

As a broker, we take the frustration out of buying insurance by comparing 14 leading insurers including Blue Cross, CUMIS, MedGuard, TuGo, Manulife, Royal and Sun Alliance, and MediGlobe. Since protection packages are compared side by side, you get the best price every time. Furthermore, there are no additional administration or hidden fees. We knows that insurance can be intimidating, so in addition to our online quote engine, we also have representatives standing by to take your call, to answer your questions, make recommendations and even confirm your coverage.

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