OHIP eligibility?

[leon9]

Hi,

I have open work permit and work part-time permanent status at hospital in Toronto. Can I get an OHIP if I work full time hours (37.5hours) or more than 30 hours per week?

Thank you.

[SettlementOrgMod]

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

As you may already know, you can find some detailed information regarding the eligibility criteria in our Settlement.Org Who is eligible for OHIP? article.

Here is an excerpt,

Foreign Workers and Their Families

-You have a work permit that is valid for at least 6 months. You also have a formal agreement to work full-time for an employer in Ontario. The agreement states the employer’s name, your occupation, and states that you will be working for at least 6 consecutive months.

-You have a valid work permit under the federal Live-In Caregiver program.

-You hold a valid work permit under the federal Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program.

-You are a foreign clergy member who will serve a religious congregation in Ontario for at least 6 months.

-Your spouse or same-sex partner is a foreign worker who is eligible for OHIP.

-You are the dependent child of a foreign worker who is eligible for OHIP.

So as stated, you must have a work permit that is valid for at least 6 months and also have a formal agreement to work full-time for an employer in Ontario. The agreement should state the employer’s name, your occupation, and state that you will be working for at least 6 consecutive months.

It may be best for you to contact the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Infoline directly.

Ministry of Health staff can help you determine if or when you are eligible for Ontario health coverage. Call the ministry INFOline:

In Ontario:1-866-532-3161

In Toronto: 416-314-5518

TTY: 1-800-387-5559

Hours of operation: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

You can also email infoline.moh@gov.on.ca

I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation.

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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org