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Posted date : Aug 19, 2019

Spending the winter in the sunny south sure beats contending with the ice and snow of our Canadian winters. If you are truly going to enjoy the fruits of the snowbird lifestyle experience, preparation is key.

Posted date : Aug 19, 2019

In a recent article which appeared on CBC News’ British Columbia website, it was suggested that Canadian citizens are only allowed to spend 120 days in the United States each year. For clarification purposes, the Canadian Snowbird Association would like to remind travellers to the U.S. that this information is incorrect.

Posted date : Aug 19, 2019

Travellers leaving Saskatchewan for an extended period are now able to get up to six months of prescription drugs processed online through the Saskatchewan Drug Plan, saving them upfront out-of-pocket costs and the inconvenience of seeking reimbursement afterwards.

Posted date : Aug 2, 2019

The Medipac Travel Insurance Guide shares valuable information regarding the sometimes confusing travel insurance industry and products

Posted date : Aug 1, 2019

CSA Travellers’ checklist filled with handy tips on health, home and travel..

Posted date : May 14, 2019

My husband and I had just nicely arrived in Florida to our winter home when Peter became very ill very quickly. Medipac arranged everything, from hospital care in Florida to flying us home, and also contacted our doctor here to arrange care after we got home. After being home in Ontario for seven weeks, Medipac […]

Posted date : Dec 15, 2017

Do you have to return to Canada for 30 days or more to get a new B2 visa, or can you go to Mexico or other countries? Maurice Michaud Response: Ed.: The B2 visa is verbally issued by, and applies only for travel to, the United States. You may travel to other places any time, […]

Posted date : Nov 27, 2017

MEDIPAC TRAVEL INSURANCE : 1-800-633-4722 Early Bird Travel Insurance is now available – SAVE up to 25% CSA Members can SAVE, with Medipac’s Claim-Free Advantage. Use discount codes CSA39775 or CSA39785. NEW – Coverage up to $10Million USD Including COVID-19, with MedipacGOLD.  The Canadian Snowbird Association exclusively endorses Medipac Travel Insurance. Why we choose Medipac […]

Posted date : Nov 22, 2017

Medical Professionals for Travel Medical Insurance! Save up to 20% $2-5 Million USD overage with MedipacMAX Save with Medipac’s Claim-Free and Loyalty discounts. NEW clients, too!

Posted date : Nov 13, 2017

Dear Bird Talk, I own a condo in Vero Beach Florida and for a few years, my son has driven us down, stayed for a week or so and then I have bought him a ticket to fly home. This worked well for me and he was happy to do it. In the spring, I […]