Health, Dental & Travel Coverage
Overview
This page brings together key information and resources related to health, dental, and travel coverage for SFU retirees. It includes SFURA guides, official SFU Human Resources (People Strategies) resources, and links to external benefit providers where you can manage your personal coverage.
For authoritative eligibility and plan details, SFU People Strategies (Human Resources) is the primary source for retiree benefits information.
Updates & Notices
Pacific Blue Cross Extended Health Benefit Improvements (effective April 1, 2023)
The 2023 update increased coverage for several paramedical services, introduced additional eligible practitioner categories, and adjusted monthly premiums for extended health plans. Retirees were notified directly by SFU HR, and full details are available through People Strategies.
SFU and SFURA Resources
Health, Dental and Travel Benefits Overview for Non‑Faculty Retirees (SFURA)
A summary of post‑retirement benefit options presented at the SFURA workshop on January 16, 2026, with an overview of health, dental, and travel coverage considerations for non‑faculty retirees. A video recording of this workshop is available — please email retirees@sfu.ca to receive a link to view it.
Resource: Health, Dental and Travel Benefits Overview for Non‑Faculty Retirees, SFURA
(PDF, January 16, 2026)
Travel and Health Insurance Guide (SFURA)
An SFURA guide outlining common travel and extended health insurance considerations for retirees, including questions to ask when evaluating coverage options.
Resource: Travel and Health Insurance Guide, SFURA (webpage with summary)
(PDF, 2026)
Retiring from SFU (SFU People Strategies)
This SFU People Strategies page provides official information for employees and retirees about retirement planning, pension options, retiree health benefits, and key steps when retiring from SFU. It includes links to pension tools, benefit plan details, FAQs, and resources for different employee groups.
Resource: Retiring from SFU, People Strategies
Retirees’ Health Benefits (SFU People Strategies)
SFU’s official retiree health‑benefits page, including eligibility rules, plan booklets, premium information, and enrollment or conversion steps based on employee group and date of hire.
External Providers and Organizations
Pacific Blue Cross — Member Services
Access your Pacific Blue Cross account to review your claims history, remaining coverage balances, and eligibility dates for services such as eyewear.
External link: Pacific Blue Cross Member Services Portal
College and University Retiree Associations of Canada (CURAC)
National‑level information about retiree benefits, advocacy, and resources relevant to retirees from Canadian post‑secondary institutions.
SFURA link: CURAC benefits and resources