Alter Age Notice For Free

If you need help finding this number, you can find it on the teal-coloured strip on your health care card. You can also call 780-427-1432 (Dial 310-0000 first for toll-free calling within Alberta) or visit their website for further assistance.

Processing time can take up to 5 days. Bring the completed application form and your original documents to a participating registry. There is no charge for this service. Cards are mailed to your home by the AHCIP office.

If you are away from Alberta for the purpose of vacation on a recurring basis, for up to 212 days in a 12-month period, you might be eligible for continued AHCIP coverage. Contact AHCIP before you leave Alberta and when you return.

Expiry date on your personal health care card If you are a temporary resident from outside Canada with AHCIP coverage, there is an expiry date printed on your Alberta personal health care card. It should be the same date as the 'valid until' date noted on your Canada entry document. Your coverage will end on that date.

Use the AHCIP interactive phone system Phone: 780-427-1432 and press 3, then follow the prompts.

Always carry your health care card and have additional travel or medical insurance when you leave Alberta. You may laminate your card to protect it.

Participating registries process AHCIP and non-group applications, update AHCIP information (for example, name, address, marital status) and order replacement cards. Processing time can take up to 5 days. Health care cards are mailed to your home from the AHCIP office. This is a free service.