

The trend started about 15 to 20 years ago when these options were part of a flexible benefits program, says Joseph Chan, senior benefits consultant at Stem Capital Inc. Read: Hybrid of core coverage, personalized benefits touted as future of health plans It found one-third (33 per cent) of employers offered these accounts in 2018 compared to 31 per cent in 2017. Health-care spending accounts are gradually gaining popularity, according to the 2018 Sanofi Canada health-care survey. So whatever is going on in my life or in my dependant’s life, they can allocate as much of those funds as they want to towards that, within their limits, of course.” If I wanted to use the majority of my benefits on all of that, I wouldn’t be limited by a ceiling. “Let’s say I injured my knee, or I needed some psychological support. Talking textbooks for people with a learning disability and.Renovation or construction expenses for people with mobility impairment.Fertility related procedures paid to a medical practitioner or licensed hospital.Premium cost of gluten-free products for people with celiac disease.While CRA covers typical medical expenses, such as hospital fees, prescriptions, vision and dental care, it also covers the following expenses under certain conditions: Unique medical expenses covered under the Income Tax Act
