GSA Insurance Plan Opt-Out Information

Effective Fall 2023, all students are automatically enrolled in the GSA health insurance plan. If you already have insurance, you may wish to opt-out and must do so during the Change-of-Coverage period from September 6 – October 3.

There are two steps to the opt-out process:

1. Initiate your opt-out online.

• Visit this page between September 6 – October 3. Follow the on-screen instructions for opting-out. You’ll need your student ID number and your date of birth. Opting-out online ensures quick processing and allows you to receive an instant confirmation of your opt-out. Please note: The Opt-Out section will only be active during the Change-of-Coverage Period from September 6 – October 3, 2023.

2. Submit your proof of coverage.

• To complete your opt-out (for the first time you opt-out, or if you didn’t opt-out last year), you’ll need to provide proof that you are covered by an equivalent extended health and/or dental plan.
• If you have proof available in electronic format, you can upload it directly to your profile to expedite your opt-out process. If you don’t have your proof of coverage on hand, you can return and upload your proof of coverage later as long as you do so before the end of the Change-of-Coverage Period.

Please note that your provincial health care doesn’t provide coverage equivalent to the GSA Health & Dental Plan. Students cannot opt-out if they’re covered only by OHIP or equivalent primary health-care coverage.

For more information, visit the GSA website.