Concordia University of Edmonton Student Association

Health And Dental

CUESA’s Health & Dental Plans provides insurance for Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, and much more. For more information about the coverage, please visit the website Health and Dental Plans

Coverage Period

The following is the period during which the CUESA Health and Dental Plans protects you.

Term/Semester

Effective Date

Termination Date

Fall

September 1st

August 31st

Winter

January 1st

August 31st

Spring

May 1st

August 31st

 

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You may be able to opt out of this plan if you can provide proof of equivalent coverage by the application deadline.


Health & Dental Opt-Out
 

You may be eligible to opt out of the CUESA Health & Dental Plans if you have proof of comparable coverage (Alberta Health Care is not considered comparable coverage). If you have already opted out of the plan in previous years you do not need to opt out again.

Health and Dental Plan Opt-Out

The Opt-Out process is one time for Health and Dental only, you do not need to submit an opt-out application every term/year.

For the Legal Care Program and Virtual Health Care

Coverage period is for 12 months based on the term you are charged the fees.


Coverage Period

Term Assessed the Fee

Effective Date

Termination Date

Fall

September 1st

August 31st

Winter

January 1st

December 31st

Spring

No fees Assessed

You may choose to opt-out, in the term you are charged the fees, no comparable alternative coverage required. This opt out does not carry forward and if you do not wish to be enrolled, you must apply to opt out each year in the same term you are charged the fees.

Legal Care Program opt-out 
Virtual Health Care opt-out 

DEADLINES for opting out, adding eligible family, re-enrolling.  Note: No exceptions will be made if deadline is missed.

Fall Term – September Opt-Out Deadline:  September 20
Winter Term – January Opt-Out Deadline:  January 20

(This deadline is for NEW January start students ONLY)
May Opt-Out Deadline:  May 20

(This deadline is for NEW May start students ONLY)


​Mental Health and Wellness

Is available to all Concordia students’,

Take a quick, free, and confidential self-assessment to check in on your mental wellness and take the first step toward feeling better. Partnered with FeelingBetterNow. 


Online Counselling

Everyone needs someone to talk to. Our secure, confidential service connects you with the right counsellor on your schedule. Provided by GreenShield+.

If you’re interested in learning more or perhaps are interested in using the tool please Click Here 

Meet Cheryl

Cheryl is the CUESA’s Health and Dental representative from Gallivan. She works virtually and can help with any questions or concerns you may have about your Health and Dental plan. Cheryl will also be on campus from time to time—watch for updates on upcoming dates and times.

How to Contact Cheryl
After Hours or Urgent Assistance
Additional Resources

Mental Health Support

Your mental health should always be a priority. If you require urgent assistance, please call:

1-877-746-5566 Ext. 2. or for Live Help: Click here

 
 
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