Understanding health insurance

How do I get the right personal health insurance?

July 24, 2025

Help protect your health and your wallet with personal health insurance. Discover how to choose the right coverage for dental, vision, and extended care. Speak with a Sun Life advisor to tailor a plan that fits your unique needs and budget. Your well-being is worth the investment.

Is critical illness insurance worth it?

July 07, 2025

Everyone likes to imagine a future with perfect health. But that’s not always the case. Recovering from a serious illness can come at a significant cost.

When it’s time to move your parent into a nursing home

December 16, 2024

There are many tough tasks to face when your mother or father needs long-term care. But the toughest of all might be talking to them about it.

How to protect yourself from benefits fraud

December 09, 2024

Benefits claim fraud is a big problem. If you have group medical and dental coverage, here’s why you should care — and five things you can do.

5 things to know about long-term care insurance

November 26, 2024

Chances are you’ve never considered the potential costs of long-term care. But as you get older, the odds of your needing that care will increase.

Are medical expenses tax deductible in Canada?

October 29, 2024

Did you know you can claim a portion of your family’s health expenses and your health insurance premiums on your tax return? Here’s how it works.

Planning a trip? Don't forget travel insurance

July 10, 2024

As you get ready for your next vacation abroad or out of province — keep travel insurance in mind. It can help protect you and your family while you’re away.

Can exercise help you save money?

June 04, 2024

Staying active is not only good for your health – it can also save you money at insurance time. Here’s the difference a sedentary lifestyle can make, and how you can get moving and save money.

How to plan for the financial risk of a disability

May 15, 2024

And what are your options if you, your child, or a loved one experience a disability?

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Tools & calculators

Critical illness calculator

A serious illness can cost you a lot more than what your government health plan will pay for, once you factor in things like lost income, health-care expenses and other costs.

Life expectancy calculator

Use this calculator to estimate how long you might live and to see what you can do to live a longer, healthier life – now and in retirement.

Life insurance calculator

Calculate how much life insurance you might need to help protect the people you love if you die.

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