The plans flexibility lets you design an employee program for any budget. There are currently 3 plan levels available, each plan provides personal accident insurance coverage along with a health and dental option. You must select one option from each benefit.

Yes, however you much select one from each benefit class. Please review the benefit schedule below.

Yes if you apply for family coverage.

You would apply as a couple paying the lower rate.

Then you would apply for the family rate.

You have the option of waiving benefits for your spouse provided you supply us with the carrier and policy number; otherwise they should be included.

Individuals make benefit changes prior to the November renewal date. The best way to initiate a change before the renewal date is to call the number on the aWHIP site. They can walk you through the options available to you.

Provided we have received your application by the 20th of the month and it has been approved, your benefits will be effective the first day of the next month.

If your application is approved you will be notified by electronic confirmation from aWHIP confirming the effective date of your coverage.

No, medical evidence will not be required.

Payments are made on a monthly basis by either visa, mastercard or pre-authorized debit. Please complete the applicable payment authorization form and submit with your enrolment.

First payment will be withdrawn from your bank account coincident with the start of the program.

aWHIP will confirm that amount with your approval.

Premiums may be tax deductible for individuals or businesses. Please consult your tax advisor for more information.

The benefit plan commences November 1st and ends the last day of October of the following year.

If you join the plan within 90 days of the renewal date your first renewal will not be until the following November. For example, if you joined in September 2012 your first renewal would be November 1, 2013.

You will receive a claim card with an aWHIP member account number. You will use this card when going to the pharmacy or visiting your dentist. Some drug prescriptions and dental claims can be processed immediately from the pharmacy or dental office. This eliminates the need to send a paper claim for processing. Your pharmacist, dentist or other practitioner will let you know when you need to submit a paper claim.

Refer to your benefit booklet or you always have the option of calling the Green Shield toll free number 1-888-711-1119 to obtain coverage information. Please ensure you have your plan ID available. In addition a full description of the aWHIP Benefit programs are available on this page. Any claim forms necessary, i.e. health, dental, etc. are also available on-line

By registering as a plan member on the Green Shield website you have the availability of pre-printed claim forms, status of your claim and maximums to date.

Yes, simple register as a plan member through Green Shield on-line services. This will allow you to obtain personalized claim forms, find out benefit eligibility information and instant access to personal claims information.