Non-Insured Health Benefits for First Nations and Inuit
AKA: NIHBProvided by: Government of Canada - Indigenous Services Canada - AKA: ISC
Service Description
A national program that provides coverage to registered First Nations and recognized Inuit for a specified range of medically necessary items and services that are not covered by other plans and programs. The benefit categories are:
- Dental care
- Eye and vision care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Drugs and pharmacy products
- Mental health counselling
- Assistance with medical transportation to access medically necessary services
Information
Eligibility:
An eligible client must be a resident of Canada and any of the following:
-A First Nations person who is registered under the Indian Act (commonly referred to as a status Indian)
-An Inuk recognized by an Inuit land claim organization
-A child less than 2 years old whose parent is an NIHB-eligible client
To make sure that your child continues to be eligible for the program, you should apply for your child's Indian status or recognition from your Inuit land claim organization as soon as possible
For some clients, a self-government, or First Nations or Inuit health authority may be responsible for providing health benefits.
To access benefit coverage, show your health care provider your client identification to confirm your eligibility with the program.
-A First Nations person who is registered under the Indian Act (commonly referred to as a status Indian)
-An Inuk recognized by an Inuit land claim organization
-A child less than 2 years old whose parent is an NIHB-eligible client
To make sure that your child continues to be eligible for the program, you should apply for your child's Indian status or recognition from your Inuit land claim organization as soon as possible
For some clients, a self-government, or First Nations or Inuit health authority may be responsible for providing health benefits.
To access benefit coverage, show your health care provider your client identification to confirm your eligibility with the program.
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Call
Documents Required:
Varies * Contact for details
Language:
English * French
Coverage Area:
Kanata / Canada
Service Locations & Contact Info
- 1505 Barrington Street, Suite 1525, Halifax, NS B3J 3Y6
- Coverage Area:Prince Edward Island * New Brunswick * Newfoundland and Labrador * Nova Scotia
- Disabilities Access:Wheelchair accessible
- Mon:8am - 4pm
Tue:8am - 4pm
Wed:8am - 4pm
Thu:8am - 4pm
Fri:8am - 4pm
