Canada IEC Visa
Our Working Holiday policy is ideal if you are planning on working a ski season in Canada.
The policy has four levels of work pack to cover roles from hospitality to ski lift attendants and four activity packs to cover activities including winter sports.
Please note, we are not able to cover people for working as a ski or snow board instructor.
Click here for more information about preparing for your Canadian adventure. This article was published on July 30th 2024.
Travel Insurance For Canada Working Holiday Visa
Canada is renowned for its exceptional work-life balance. Imagine surfing in the morning before heading to work, skiing under the stars after your shift, and spending weekends exploring stunning mountains, pristine beaches, and serene lakes.
Getting outdoors is a given when living in Canada! Time to pack and get planning! Canada is waiting!
You need travel insurance. Having the correct policy is crucial for those participating in the IEC program. Your insurance must cover:
- Medical Care
- Hospitalisation
- Repatriation (returning you to your country in the event of severe illness, injury or death).
Canadian healthcare is not free and can be costly! The Canadian government checks that you have insurance when arriving in the country on a working holiday visa. Ensure you have adequate insurance to cover potential risks and enjoy a worry-free experience in Canada!
Our Working Holiday policy
Our Working Holiday policy can cover you for being away from the UK for up to 2 years and provides the comprehensive cover benefits of standard travel insurance as well as providing medical cover while you are undertaking paid or voluntary work.
The policy is flexible, as you pick the right work pack and activity pack for your individual plans, and adjust your quote accordingly.
Here are a few jobs of this type and the Work Packs that they fit into:
Work Pack 1 – Hospitality (including bar, cafe, chef, barista, front of house, housekeeping), retail shop, ski equipment hire, office work, ticket office, car valet
Work Pack 2 – Caretaker, factory worker, fitness instructor, entertainers, tour guide (no driving)
Work Pack 3 – ski repair work, courier driver, chauffeur, care worker
Work Pack 4 – Ski lift operator, working with lifts/machinery, construction/building sites
Policy restrictions
Please note that our policies do have some limitations, as we can’t offer cover if travellers are:
- Working Underground
- Working outdoors at heights above two storeys
- Lifting weights in excess of 25kg
Also, please note that no cover would be in place under the personal liability sections of our policies whilst working and you would also not be eligible for the lump sum payments under the personal accident section, if an incident occurred whilst working. You would however, be covered for emergency medical expenses, that are the result of an accident at work. It is assumed that employers would have their own insurance in place for personal liability but it is advisable that you check this with prospective employers. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us, or if you would like a quote please complete this form. Alternatively, you can obtain a quote online using the link below:
A range of optional extras can be selected including:
Activity Cover
If you are participating in any of the hazardous activities listed within an activity pack higher than pack 1 then you must purchase the appropriate hazardous activity pack.
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Gadget cover
Upgrade the standard cover to cover theft or damage to your phone up to £2000 (normally excluded) with a single article limit of £1500 or upgrade the standard cover for other gadgets.
Read moreSee policy wording documents for full terms and conditions relating to these covers.