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Critical illness insurance in Mississauga, Vaughan and the GTA
Critical illness insurance pays a one-time lump sum if you are diagnosed with a covered condition and meet the policy’s survival period. You decide how to use it — treatment, bills or time off to recover.
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- Date of birth and smoking status
- Coverage amount in mind
- Health history and family history
- Existing coverage through work
- Monthly budget for premiums
How critical illness coverage works
Covered conditions
Policies list specific conditions, often including cancer, heart attack and stroke, each with a precise definition.
Lump-sum payment
Paid once after diagnosis and the survival period, to use as you see fit.
Early detection benefits
Some plans pay a partial amount for less severe diagnoses.
Return of premium options
Optional riders can return premiums in certain circumstances if no claim is made.
Term or lifetime
Coverage to a set age or for life, at different price points.
Support services
Many insurers include second medical opinion and care navigation services.
Broker tips
What to compare
- 01
Read the definitions
Two policies can define the same illness differently.
- 02
Check exclusions
Waiting periods and pre-existing condition exclusions apply.
- 03
Pair with disability
Critical illness and disability coverage solve different problems.
- 04
Choose a meaningful amount
Think about months of expenses you would want covered.
FAQ
Questions I hear often
What is the difference between critical illness and disability insurance?
Critical illness pays a lump sum on diagnosis of a covered condition. Disability insurance pays monthly income if you cannot work due to illness or injury.
Is the critical illness payment taxable?
Benefits from a personally owned policy are generally received tax-free. Confirm your situation with a tax professional.
Do I still need it if I have group benefits?
Group plans rarely include meaningful critical illness coverage, and they end if you leave your job.
What is a survival period?
Most policies require you to survive a set number of days after diagnosis before the benefit is paid.
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