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From Here. With You.
• Leah Sanford MA, Manager
• Philipp Reichert MSc, RCIC• International Student Advisor
• Denise Chan, International Student Advisor
Offices: Fipke 226
International Programs & Services
• The smart and early start to life at UBC Okanagan for international students
• Preparation sessions focused on Canadian academic culture, plus the opportunity to build social and academic support networks
• Fee covers food, cultural event costs, travel and housing• Sunday, August 25 – 29, 2014
Orientations
International Student Info Session • Meet other international students studying at UBC's Okanagan campus • Learn about the services offered at UBC's Okanagan campus • Learn about mandatory health insurance and fill in MSP Enrolment Form• Tuesday, September 2, 2014 – FIPKE 121
• Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Documentation Advising
• General Health Insurance (iMed, MSP, Blue Cross)
• Personal Issues (finances, family, relationships, jobs, you name it)
• Referrals to campus and off-campus service providers
Advising
• Throughout the year we host workshops from Immigration Professionals on various programs immigration options and post graduate opportunities for students including:
• Provincial Nominee Program• Canadian Experience Class• PhD Stream (Federal)
Workshops
• Cultural activities• Global Fest• Seasonal Gatherings• Lunar New Year celebration• African Awareness Week• International Mother Language Day• International Student Day• International Graduation Reception
• Clubs• International Student Club• Asian Student’s Association• Latin Dance Club• World Music Club• Muslim Student’s Association
Social & Cultural Programs & Activities
Passport
•TRV (Entry Visa)
•Study Permit
Important Documents
Health Insurance
+iMEDBasicTemporary – 1st 3 monthsORGlobal Campus Health
MSPBasic
Blue CrossIhaveaplan.caExtended
Automatic Enrolment
• As soon as international students (study permit) register for courses, they are automatically enrolled
• The $180.00 iMED fee will be charged to their student account • iMED Card will be sent to students within two weeks
• Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents – purchase temporary health insurance through Global Campus Health if don’t have MSP
iMED---How Does It Work?
iMED---Coverage Date Change
• Who arrived on or after in September 2014?
• If arriving in the month after the coverage starts---Request for date change by completing the Date Change Form and fax to DCIS
Deadline: by the end of the third week of classes
Date change does not apply to one-term exchange students
Medical Services Plan (MSP)
1) Basic Provincial Health insurance is mandatory if you are residing in BC
2) 3-month wait period to qualify for MSP (remainder of month arrive plus 2 months)
3) MSP covers medical appointments, testing, hospitalizations
4) $69.25 monthly fee
UBCSUO Health & Dental – Blue Cross
1) Extended health insurance – student automatically enrolled
2) OPT-Form if proof of alternate coverage provided
3) Full- year coverage – Sept. 1/12-Aug.31/13 - $250.52
4) Covers up to 80% dental fees and prescription drugs, out of province/country emergency treatment, physiotherapy, massage..
• See Student Union for more details regarding coverage
Questions?
International Programs & Services