The BC Refugee Hub hosted a webinar to support organizations working with refugee claimants. This session provided essential knowledge about navigating the BC medical system, with a focus on the Medical Services Plan (MSP), the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP), and available medical resources.
Key topics covered:
- An overview of MSP and IFHP and how they apply to refugee claimants.
- The eligibility criteria and enrolment processes for both MSP and IFHP.
- Practical tips and strategies to help service providers better support refugee claimants in accessing medical services.
- Insights from key provincial and federal experts on current updates and available resources for refugee claimants.
Speakers included:
- Beneficiary and Diagnostic Services Branch, Health Sector Workforce and Beneficiary Services Division, Province of BC
- IFHP, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Who was this webinar for?
Staff from organizations working with refugee claimants, including settlement workers, service providers, health professionals, and community partners—particularly those involved with the BC Safe Haven program.
Originally held:
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Resources:
PowerPoint deck presentations: Province of BC and IRCC
Important links with the most up-to-date information:
- Information sheet : refugee claimants and the Interim Federal Health Program.: Ci44-27/2024E-PDF – Government of Canada Publications – Canada.ca
- Information sheet : how to support refugee claimants eligible for the Interim Federal Health Program.: Ci44-26/2024E-PDF – Government of Canada Publications – Canada.ca
Additional links shared during the webinar:
View the full recording here or below.
