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The UWSA, on behalf of its members, negotiates a health and dental plan for those students who are not already covered. This service is provided for students in order to reduce the costs of a benefit plan for students that are not already covered. The policy coverage activates September 1st of each year and ceases August 31st, of the following year. Students have the opportunity to opt-out of the plan if they can show proof of alternate coverage.
*Please note that OHIP Equivalent and ODSP/ Trillium Benefits are not comparable plans and will not be accepted for opt-out.

Overview:

  • The UWSA health and dental plan covers all full-time undergraduate students taking 4 or more courses

  • Students with coverage through a family member or employer may opt-out with proof of comparable coverage

  • The UWSA plan policy year is from September 1st to August 31st

  • The UWSA plan coverage includes prescription drugs, vision, dental, travel, practitioners (massage, chiropractor, physiotherapy, psychology/MSW, etc.), and more.

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OPT-IN INFORMATION

  • The Opt-in window is August 18th to September 30th, 2025.

  • Students may opt-in their spouse and/or dependent children so they have coverage on the UWSA health and/or dental plan for an additional fee. Opt-In requests must be done during the designated opt-in period on the Student VIP website or the UWSA office.

    Eligible dependents include Spouse (common law or by marriage), and children (under 21 or under 25 if enrolled full time at an accredited school).

    • Credit Card Information (if done online)

    • Number of Dependents

    • Dependent’s Full Name

    • Dependent’s Birthday

OPT-OUT INFORMATION

    • You cannot opt back in under any circumstances until the next school year

    • You cannot use OHIP, GSHIP or ODSP/Trillium Benefits as proof of comparable coverage

  • Fall Opt-out Period is September 1st to September 30th, 2025 *The Opt-out button will be available on September 1st

    Winter Opt-out Period is January 2nd to January 31st, 2026*Please note that if you missed the Fall opt-out you are not able to complete this opt-out

  • If you apply to opt out during this time, Students will be refunded VIA e-transfer into your bank account. Please note that this opt-out is for students starting classes in Fall semester only.

    • Full Name

    • Student ID number

    • Name of Insurance Company currently covered under / First Nations Name

    • Name of Employer the plan is provided by / First Nations Name

    • Group or Insurance policy number / Status Registry Number

    • Proof of insurance card or letter from the insurance company