Medical
To complement your provincial care, Cision’s medical plan features comprehensive benefits that take care of your health care needs. Refer to the Desjardins Insurance Booklet for detailed medical plan information.
| Hospitalization | Reimbursement | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | 100% | Semi-private room |
| Paramedical Services | Reimbursement | |
| Acupuncture | 100% | A combined maximum of $1,000 for all practitioners per person per calendar year |
| Audiologist | ||
| Chiropractor (incl. x-rays) | ||
| Dietician / Nutritionist | ||
| Homeopath, including homeopathic products (medical recommendation required) |
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| Massage therapist, Orthotherapist or Kinesiotherapist | ||
| Naturopath | ||
| Occupational therapist | ||
| Osteopath (incl. x-rays) | ||
| Physiotherapist, Physical Rehabilitation Therapist Sports Therapist |
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| Podiatrist or Chiropodist (incl. x-rays) | ||
| Speech therapist | ||
| Mental Health Practitioners: Psychologist, Social Worker, Guidance Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Marriage Counsellor, Marital/Couple/Family Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Psychiatrist/Psychoanalyst | 100% | A combined maximum of $1,000 per person per calendar year |
| Drugs | Reimbursement | Maximum |
| Prescription drugs | 80% | • $2.00 deductible per dispensed prescription • No annual maximum • Reasonable and customary charges apply |
Pocketpills (for non-Quebec employees)
We are pleased to announce that Cision has partnered with Pocketpills, Canada’s leading online pharmacy to help you save on your out-of-pocket costs!
With this partnership, you will receive an additional 10% drug coverage on top of your existing coverage for prescriptions filled with Pocketpills. With a Google rating of 4.9 stars, you will also enjoy exceptional care and support, a seamless pharmacy experience, plus free home delivery.
For more questions, attached is a brochure with more details.
Medzy (for Quebec Employees)
Don’t waste any more time at the pharmacy. Medzy | Pharmacie Sonia Boutin inc. allows you to receive your medications directly at home, with free delivery. Take advantage of our online services and get support from affiliated pharmacists who are always attentive to your health and ready to help.
Our Offer:
- Your medication, simplified
- Pharmacists available 24/7 for emergencies
- 100% confidential
- Free delivery across Quebec
- Easy communication via phone, SMS, email, or chat
- Dose packaging in pouches or recyclable bottles
- Proactive refills and personalized treatment follow-ups
- We also deliver refrigerated medications, creams, and inhalers
Sign up now! Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Dental
Refer to the Desjardins Insurance Booklet for detailed dental plan information.
| Dental Care Benefit | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Deductible | Nil | ||
| Termination | The date of retirement | ||
| Fee Guide | Current | ||
| Basic Services | Reimbursement | Maximum | |
| Diagnostic (x-rays) | 80% | Recall visit frequency: | Once in any 9-month period |
| Preventive (cleaning) | |||
| Restoration (fillings) | |||
| Endodontics (root canal treatment) | 80% | All basic and major services combined: | Up to $2,000 per person per calendar year |
| Periodontics (treatment of the gums) | |||
| Minor surgery (extractions) | |||
| Major Services | Reimbursement | Maximum | |
| Crowns, bridgework and dentures | 50% | All basic and major services combined: | Up to $2,000 per person per calendar year |
| Orthodontics | Reimbursement | Maximum | |
| Orthodontics | 50% | • Lifetime maximum of $2,000 per person • Applicable to children and adults |
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Vision
Refer to the Desjardins Insurance Booklet for detailed vision plan information.
| Vision Care | Reimbursement | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Eye exam | 100% | • Maximum of $100 in any period of 12 months for children under age 18 • Maximum of $100 in any period of 24 months for adults. |
| Eyeglasses, contact lenses & laser eye surgery | 100% | • Maximum of $250 in any period of 12 months for children under age 18 • Maximum of $250 per period of 24 months for adults. |
Contact Information
Plan Details
Insurer: Desjardins Financial Security Life Assurance Company
Benefits Inquiries
Insurer Website
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact Desjardins?
Desjardins can be reached by :
- Phone: 1-866-838-7553
- Submitting a Contact request at: Desjardinslifeinsurance.com/
en/contactus
When will I get my insurance card?
An electronic copy of your insurance card will be emailed to you within the first 10 days of your start date. You can also download a copy at any time through Desjardin’s member site.
Signing up on the member site will also allow you to:
- Manage your contact details & student dependent information
- Submit claims online and sign up for direct deposit reimbursement
- Have access to Desjardins health resources