Dependants
Related FAQs
How long can my child remain on my health and dental plan?
The duration for which your child can remain on your health and dental plan varies depending on the policy provider.
Manulife:
Dependent children can stay on their plan up to the age of 21.
Sun Life:
Dependent children can stay on their plan up to the age of 21, or up to age 25 if they are enrolled in a post-secondary program.
Canada Life:
Dependent children can stay on their plan up to the age of 21, or up to age 25 if they are enrolled in a post-secondary program. Most group benefit plans cover children to the age of 21 if they are not in school, or up to age 25 if they are enrolled in a post-secondary program.
Manulife:
Dependent children can stay on their plan up to the age of 21.
Sun Life:
Dependent children can stay on their plan up to the age of 21, or up to age 25 if they are enrolled in a post-secondary program.
Canada Life:
Dependent children can stay on their plan up to the age of 21, or up to age 25 if they are enrolled in a post-secondary program. Most group benefit plans cover children to the age of 21 if they are not in school, or up to age 25 if they are enrolled in a post-secondary program.
Can I add stepchildren to my health and dental plan?
Yes, you can add stepchildren to your health and dental insurance plan. Generally, they need to be unmarried and dependent on you for maintenance and support.
In addition to stepchildren, biological and adoptive children can also be covered under your health and dental insurance as long as you have legal guardianship.
In addition to stepchildren, biological and adoptive children can also be covered under your health and dental insurance as long as you have legal guardianship.
Can I add grandchildren to my health and dental insurance plan?
Typically, only immediate family members in your household are eligible to be covered under your health and dental plan.
However, a grandchild can be added as a dependent if you have legal guardianship and they reside with you.
However, a grandchild can be added as a dependent if you have legal guardianship and they reside with you.
When are children eligible for health and dental insurance?
Dependent children are eligible to be added to your health care plan at birth.
If you have a newborn child, you can usually add them to your plan without medical underwriting provided you apply to do so within 30 days of birth.
If you have a newborn child, please email support@aeva.ca for assistance in adding them to your plan.
If you have a newborn child, you can usually add them to your plan without medical underwriting provided you apply to do so within 30 days of birth.
If you have a newborn child, please email support@aeva.ca for assistance in adding them to your plan.