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Updates Regarding Manulife Individual Travel Insurance and the Government of Canada Travel Advisory Change (Effective February 28, 2022)

On February 28, 2022, the Government of Canada lifted their blanket advisory to “Avoid Non-Essential Travel” that has been in effect since December 15, 2021 https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories

What does this mean?

• If you have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before the start of your trip, Manulife Travel Insurance policies that include Emergency Medical benefits will provide coverage for any unforeseen medical emergency related to COVID-19 in accordance with the terms and conditions of your policy. This applies to trips with a departure date on or after February 28, 2022.
• If you have not been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before the start of your trip, the Travel Advisory to “Avoid Non-Essential Travel” remains in effect.
• At this time, booster shots are not required to be considered fully vaccinated.

Please see attached communication for frequently asked questions.