Extended Health and Dental

The Students’ Association is proud to offer an affordable Extended Health & Dental Plan for all full-time and part-time credit Red Deer Polytechnic students.

Extended Health and Dental plans were approved by student referendum making them a requirement of enrolment at Red Deer Polytechnic. The cost of the plans is included in your fees, provided you meet the eligibility requirements for enrollment.

If you have other extended health and/or dental coverage, you are given one opportunity a year to opt-out of the Student Benefits Plan. The required opt-out form (available online) must be completed and submitted to the Students’ Association of Red Deer Polytechnic Student Benefits Office by the opt-out deadline.

To learn more about your benefits, stop by the Students’ Association office and speak to the Extended Health & Dental Plan Coordinator or contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone at 403-342-3200.

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Deadline

The deadline to opt-out, re-activate or add family to the Student Benefits Plan:

Students starting Spring 2024,
MAY 15, 2024 at 4 p.m.
Students starting Summer 2024,
July 15, 2024 at 4 p.m.
Students starting Fall 2024,
SEPT 15, 2024 at 4 p.m.
Students starting Winter 2025
JAN 15, 2025 at 4 p.m.

The Health Policy # is 330757 with Canada Life Assurance Company.

Opt-out of your Student Benefits Plan here

International Students Interim & Repatriation Insurance

As of July 1, 2023, all continuing and returning international students will no longer be covered under Guardme Insurance Plan; instead you will be automatically enrolled in the 90-day term International Student Interim & Repatriation Insurance, mycanadaplan.

Interim Health Insurance – $120.00 per semester

All new and continuing or returning international students are charged for the Interim Health Insurance in lieu of Alberta Health Care. The Interim Health Insurance is valid for 90 days from the first day of the month in which you commence your studies at Red Deer Polytechnic.

The Interim Health Insurance is fully refundable for all international students once they have Alberta Health Care coverage. To opt-out complete the International Student Medical Plan Opt-out Form and provide proof of Alberta Heath Care by the 15th of your first term of studying at Red Deer Polytechnic.

Once your opt-out approved and processed, you see a credit on your RDP Tuition Fee Statement.

Repatriation Insurance – $50.00 per year

Repatriation Insurance is a mandatory, yearly fee for all new and continuing or returning international students. In the event that an international student passes away while attending Red Deer Polytechnic the Repatriation Insurance will assist their families with transporting remains back to their home country.

Repatriation Insurance is mandatory and non-refundable.

learn more about the International Student Interim & Repatriation Insurance

Please direct all inquiries regarding the International Interim and Repatriation Insurance to [email protected].

mycanadaplan 2024 – 2025 Fees, effective May 1, 2024

$120.00 for Interim Health Insurance (in lieu of Alberta Health Care coverage)
90 days of coverage from the first day of the month in which you commence studies at Red Deer Polytechnic. This amount is fully refundable once we receive proof of coverage.

$50.00 per year for Repatriation Insurance
Mandatory each year and non-refundable. Learn more about the Repatriation Plan.

international student repatriation plan

NOTE: Due to technical challenges with the current software platform, you will be levied these fees every semester. It is important to pay them in full and contact our office to initiate a refund each semester. We are working on a solution to address this issue. Please be patient while we navigate the current process.

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mywellness

This year, your Students’ Association has implemented mywellness: an e-Mental Health program that moves students from awareness to action. mywellness was specifically developed with the Canadian post-secondary student in mind and focuses on the full cycle of support including awareness, education, and care:

Awareness: Information events and on-campus marketing campaigns
Education: Toolbox, Online Mental Health Assessment, Personal Action Plan
Care: Online counselling and referrals to resources both on campus and in the community

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Student Savings Network

We have joined Rexall’s Student Savings Network! Students can save 30% off on regular priced Rexall exclusive every day brands.

Student Savings Network Program details

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this plan include my provincial health care?

Basic provincial health care fees are not included in the extended health and dental fees. Students are responsible for maintaining their own provincial health care.

I have other extended health and dental coverage, can I opt-out of the Student Benefits Plan?

If you have other comparable coverage, you can opt-out of either or both of the extended health and dental plans. You must submit a opt-out form with confirmation of your other coverage by the deadline.

Opt-out forms are available at the Student Benefits Office, the Cashiers’ Office or at www.mystudentplan.ca

Can I get coverage for my family?

To add a spouse and/or child to the plan, you must complete a form and pay for those added at the Student Benefits Plan Office before the deadline. To find out more, please go to www.mystudentplan.ca

I don’t have other coverage any more, how can I get back into the Benefit Plans?

If you lose alternate coverage, you can opt back into the plans on the anniversary of the benefit plans. You must contact the Student Benefits Plan Office and fill out a form before the deadline. Payment of the fees alone will not re-activate your coverage. If you lose your coverage during the benefit year, you can re-activate your extended health and dental coverage within 30 days of loss of coverage. You need to contact the Student Benefits Plan Office to re-activate your coverage and pay for the plans.

Can I access my claim and benefit information online?

GroupNet allows students to access claim and benefit information online. You can sign up for direct deposit of claim reimbursements and access personalized pre-filled claim forms. To do this, go to mystudentplan.ca

What is the benefit year?

The SA Student Extended Health & Dental plan benefit year is September 1st to August 31st.

In 2019, the Students’ Association implemented a free feminine products service, located in the Far Side Bar & Grill women’s washroom with the hope of supporting students who find themselves in an unexpected and potentially stressful situation. That being said, the service is not meant to be the sole provider for this personal necessity. Rather, it is meant to assist students in need.

Extended Health and Dental

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International Students Interim & Repatriation Insurance

Interim Health Insurance – $120.00 per semester

Repatriation Insurance – $50.00 per year

mycanadaplan 2024 – 2025 Fees, effective May 1, 2024

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