IFHP Overview

Interim Federal Health Program

The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) provides limited, temporary coverage of health-care benefits to eligible refugees and refugee claimants.

Eligibility

IFHP coverage is available to:

• Resettled refugees (Government-Assisted Refugees, Privately-Sponsored Refugees, Blended Visa Office-Referred Refugees)

• Refugee claimants

• Victims of human trafficking

Coverage Types

Basic Coverage

Similar to provincial health insurance, covers:

• Hospital services

• Services of physicians and registered nurses

• Laboratory and diagnostic services

Supplemental Coverage

Additional benefits including:

• Prescription medications

• Dental care (emergency and essential)

• Vision care

• Medical supplies and equipment

• Mental health services

Duration

Coverage duration varies by category:

• Government-Assisted Refugees: Until eligible for provincial coverage (usually after 3 months)

• Privately-Sponsored Refugees: Until eligible for provincial coverage

• Refugee Claimants: Until claim is decided