Will I need to provide any more information?

In most cases, we’ll need to check you’re in good physical health and working your normal hours. We call this being ‘actively at work’; you can read full terms by clicking <a href="https://p3.aprimocdn.net/canadalifeuk/requirements-once-flexible-benefits-have-been-selected-flex-how-it-works.pdf">here</a>. In some circumstances and depending on your level of cover, we might also need you to complete a health questionnaire, but this usually isn’t required.

What illnesses am I covered for?

A full list of illnesses will be available through your HR department, but as a minimum you’ll be covered for: <ul> <li>Cancer – excluding less advanced cases</li> <li>Heart attack – of specified severity</li> <li>Stroke – resulting in permanent symptoms</li> </ul> Please note, a pre-existing condition exclusion (PECE) and related condition exclusion will apply. Full details of these exclusions can be found on our website, or by clicking here.

Are my family covered?

If you have children (including step-children or any who are adopted) aged under 18 years old (under 22 years old in full time education), they’re automatically covered for 25% of your benefit (subject to a maximum of £25,000). Your HR team will be able to let you know if insurance for your partner is available.

How will the benefit be paid?

We’ll pay the Trustees of the scheme, who should pass the payment to the chosen beneficiaries. This is usually done via bank transfer.

Critical Illness for employees and partners video

What is Critical Illness Insurance?

This type of benefit is designed to support you if you’re unwell. If you’re suddenly diagnosed with one of the defined illnesses or undergo one of the listed surgeries, we’ll make a tax-free payment directly to you. So that you can focus on getting better without worrying about household or medical bills.

How can it help?

Financial security helps both you and your family at a difficult time
No medical underwriting in most cases
Support services, providing practical and emotional support
Simple sign-up process through your benefits platform
A range of illnesses covered – including cancer, heart attack and stroke

Critical Illness for employees and partners: Flexible Benefits video

Your Support Services

We believe protection should be more than a financial benefit. That’s why we offer a wide range of support services with our cover, providing support whenever you need it.

WeCare

Your health and wellbeing app, designed to support you through every stage of life. With a 24/7 UK-based online GP, mental health helpline and counselling, a get fit programme plus much more WeCare helps look after your wellbeing. Using your phone, tablet or desktop, you and your immediate family* have access to thousands of experts, all from the comfort of home. Find out more.

Second medical opinion

You’ll have access to an expert second medical opinion service, providing access to over 50,000 leading consultants worldwide. They provide second opinions on diagnoses and treatments for almost any condition. Find out more.

myStrength

Choose the mental wellbeing support you need and get free personalised guidance to help you and your immediate family members,³ who are aged 16+, overcome life’s challenges. Find out more.

*Immediate family includes any spouse, partner, parent or sibling living in the same household; any legal dependant under the age of 21 and in full time education; or any other legal dependant who is dependent on the member because of disability. These services are non-contractual benefits provided through Canada Life and can be withdrawn or altered at any time.

Frequently asked questions

In most cases, we’ll need to check you’re in good physical health and working your normal hours. We call this being ‘actively at work’; you can read full terms by clicking here. In some circumstances and depending on your level of cover, we might also need you to complete a health questionnaire, but this usually isn’t required.
A full list of illnesses will be available through your HR department, but as a minimum you’ll be covered for:
- Cancer – excluding less advanced cases
- Heart attack – of specified severity
- Stroke – resulting in permanent symptoms
Please note, a pre-existing condition exclusion (PECE) and related condition exclusion will apply. Full details of these exclusions can be found on our website, or by clicking here.
If you have children (including step-children or any who are adopted) aged under 18 years old (under 22 years old in full time education), they’re automatically covered for 25% of your benefit (subject to a maximum of £25,000). Your HR team will be able to let you know if insurance for your partner is available.

A full list of our Partner Life Insurance FAQs can be downloaded here

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