Third Party Payers

Veteran’s Affairs Canada: If you have hearing loss as the result of your service, you may be eligible for benefits.  For more information:  http://www.veterans.gc.ca/

I.C.B.C: if your hearing loss is related to a car accident you were involved in: http://www.icbc.com/Pages/default.aspx

WorkSafe BC: if your hearing loss is work-related: http://www.worksafebc.com/

First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) Benefits:  If you have Indigenous Status, FNHA will assist with the costs associated with Cochlear Implant equipment, maintenance and medical travel.  For more information about coverage and how to apply, speak to your Band health services or visit https://www.fnha.ca/benefits/about-us

Post-Secondary Institutions:  If you are a student at a post-secondary school, there are grants, loans, bursaries, and subsidies that you may be eligible for. Contact your school’s Disability Coordinator or other designated official to inquire about the Permanent Disabilities Program Application.  For more information visit:  https://studentaidbc.ca/

Extended Health Benefits:  If your employer provides you with Extended Health Benefits (EHB), if you are a dependent on a spouse's or parents' EHB plan, or if you pay for them privately, contact your carrier to inquire if cochlear implant equipment is covered.

Persons With Disabilities (PWD) Benefits: If you have PWD benefits through the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, your medical benefits will cover the equipment costs necessary to maintain your CI sound processor, as well as your medical transportation costs to attend appointments. For more information on how to access these benefits, speak to your CI Social Worker.