Canadian healthcare & funding
The card proves eligibility for insured services in your province. Coverage generally follows residency, so moving provinces can involve a waiting period and can affect eligibility for a provincial fertility programme.
Also known as: OHIP card, RAMQ card, care card, provincial health card
Related Canada guides
Sources
- Provincial and territorial ministries of health (confirm current programme terms)
Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.