Insurance

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Age in place: Make your home and routines safe for healthy aging

According to a 2021 national survey conducted by March of Dimes Canada, 78 per cent of us want to stay in our homes, but the […]

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The health coverage gap: How Canadian retirees can protect themselves against the inevitable

Health and wealth. People want to preserve both. But health care can be a drain on personal budgets, especially in retirement. At RTOERO, we want […]

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Insurance plans for retirement: Why you need more than provincial health coverage when you retire

Canada has universal health care, but it doesn’t cover all the procedures, treatments and prescriptions you may need. One of the decisions you’ll make as […]

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Is dental insurance worth it in retirement?

Maintaining your oral health is important for your general health and well-being. Having access to coverage may make you more likely to access preventative care […]

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How to get the most out of your Entente Plus Group Insurance Plan

Now that you’ve selected the Entente Group Insurance Program for your health benefits, we want to make sure you make the most of it! Not […]

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What’s the difference between group and individual insurance for retirees?

Your health and dental coverage from work is likely group insurance. You and your colleagues have access to the plan because you’re part of a […]

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Do I need health insurance for prescriptions when I retire?

If you’re shopping around for insurance options for retirement, one of the items you may have looked into is coverage for prescription drugs. Here are […]

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Plan for retirement in Canada: What you need to know

Retirement is a significant milestone and can feel like a huge transition after decades of going to work every day. All the steps involved with […]

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Insurance plans for retirement: What to compare (+ printable checklist!)

Choosing your insurance plan for retirement is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as you prepare for retirement. When you retire from the […]

 
What does the Ontario Drug Benefit program cover when you turn 65? Jim Grieve shares the scoop

RTOERO Executive Director Jim Grieve explains what’s covered (and what’s not covered) by the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) program when you turn 65. Hint: it’s […]