Under certain circumstances, you may retain limited coverage while away for up to one year provided you intend to return here to live.

In all situations where you will be temporarily absent from the province for more than three months, you must advise Saskatchewan Health Registration of:

• the date you intend to leave Saskatchewan
• the reason for your absence
• your intended return date

Following any extended absence from the province, you need to contact Saskatchewan Health to ensure that your card is still active and you are entitled to benefits.

If you obtain a work contract outside Canada for no longer than 24 months, you may be eligible for limited out-of-Canada benefits for the period of your work contract. To retain coverage Saskatchewan Health needs your departure date, the date you expect to return to Saskatchewan and a copy of your work contract.