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As a foreigner living in Canada, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
We asked expats in Canada if they have access to public healthcare in Canada. And, if they do have access, what is it like. They wrote...
"Yes, as a foreigner living in Canada, you will have access to public healthcare. Canada has a publicly funded healthcare system, which means that all Canadian citizens and permanent residents are eligible for free healthcare services. The healthcare system in Canada is comprehensive and covers a wide range of services, including hospital care, doctor visits, and prescription drugs. The quality of care is generally high, and the wait times for medical services are usually reasonable," said a member in Canada.
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As a foreigner living in Canada, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
