Do I qualify for Alberta health insurance?

[SoulBrotha]

Sorry if this question is silly or too narrow, but I felt this was an appropriate place to ask this.

I entered the country in August. Just received my AOR today, going the inland spousal sponsorship route. I applied for a visitor extension back in January before my visitor status expired (in February), but I haven't heard back from that yet and I'm anticipating it being returned due to error. I was told I would be able to possibly qualify for Alberta Health when I got word back from it, but I was wondering if receiving my AOR for permanent residency is adequate for showing intent to stay. Should I wait for my open work permit, or is AOR good enough?

Appreciate any help

 

[baimmeb]

once you get the OWP you can apply for alberta insurance

 

[Esmee178]

Sorry if this question is silly or too narrow, but I felt this was an appropriate place to ask this.

I entered the country in August. Just received my AOR today, going the inland spousal sponsorship route. I applied for a visitor extension back in January before my visitor status expired (in February), but I haven't heard back from that yet and I'm anticipating it being returned due to error. I was told I would be able to possibly qualify for Alberta Health when I got word back from it, but I was wondering if receiving my AOR for permanent residency is adequate for showing intent to stay. Should I wait for my open work permit, or is AOR good enough?

Appreciate any help

Not a silly question at all!

You need a valid permit to qualify for health insurance in Alberta. I applied for it right after I received my OWP.

Here's some info on government website:
https://www.alberta.ca/ahcip-temporary-residents.aspx

 

[SoulBrotha]

Not a silly question at all!

You need a valid permit to qualify for health insurance in Alberta. I applied for it right after I received my OWP.

Here's some info on government website:
https://www.alberta.ca/ahcip-temporary-residents.aspx

I actually read that right before posting this, haha. I guess I was just hoping I would be able to apply for it sooner than that, since I've heard other anecdotal stories of people getting AHC off of things such as visitor extension approval, receipt showing that they applied for permanent residency, etc. Guess they just got lucky

Thanks a lot

 

[canuck78]

I actually read that right before posting this, haha. I guess I was just hoping I would be able to apply for it sooner than that, since I've heard other anecdotal stories of people getting AHC off of things such as visitor extension approval, receipt showing that they applied for permanent residency, etc. Guess they just got lucky

Thanks a lot

Are you married to a Canadian citizen or PR? Spouses usually qualify for healthcare in Alberta. It is one of the only provinces.

 

[SoulBrotha]

Are you married? Spouses usually qualify for healthcare in Alberta. It is one of the only provinces.

Yes I am. Maybe I should call the registry and give them this info

 

[canuck78]

Yes I am. Maybe I should call the registry and give them this info

Yes I am. Maybe I should call the registry and give them this info

I would. Explain that you are married to a Canadian citizen or PR that is a current Alberta resident.

 

[SoulBrotha]

I would. Explain that you are married to a Canadian citizen or PR that is a current Alberta resident.

I shall. Thanks a lot

 

[Esmee178]

Yes I am. Maybe I should call the registry and give them this info

That's the best option! They helped me out a lot. If you have one nearby just go there. If you qualify you do need your spouse with you.

 

[SoulBrotha]

That's the best option! They helped me out a lot. If you have one nearby just go there. If you qualify you do need your spouse with you.

I will do that. Unfortunately they just closed so I have to wait tomorrow, but I'll give it a try

 

[Esmee178]

I will do that. Unfortunately they just closed so I have to wait tomorrow, but I'll give it a try

I'm sorry if I misinformed you. Please post it here if you qualified. I'm sure there are many many others with the same question. ^^

 

[SoulBrotha]

I'm sorry if I misinformed you. Please post it here if you qualified. I'm sure there are many many others with the same question. ^^

You've been a big help yourself! I'll post any updates to help people out. Thank you!

 

[canuck_in_uk]

I actually read that right before posting this, haha. I guess I was just hoping I would be able to apply for it sooner than that, since I've heard other anecdotal stories of people getting AHC off of things such as visitor extension approval, receipt showing that they applied for permanent residency, etc. Guess they just got lucky

Thanks a lot

You need proof of valid status to get coverage. For a visitor, the means a Visitor Record. Are you on Implied Status right now? Your previous posts state that you applied for Restoration but you also state that you applied for a visitor extension that you expect to be refused.

 

[SoulBrotha]

You need proof of valid status to get coverage. For a visitor, the means a Visitor Record. Are you on Implied Status right now? Your previous posts state that you applied for Restoration but you also state that you applied for a visitor extension that you expect to be refused.

I am. I have the stamp on my passport that shows the date I came and the date my visitor status ended, but then those things you pointed out happened. So I am technically on implied status now to my knowledge

 

[canuck_in_uk]

I am. I have the stamp on my passport that shows the date I came and the date my visitor status ended, but then those things you pointed out happened. So I am technically on implied status now to my knowledge

You won't qualify for Alberta health while on Implied Status.