British Columbia’s #1 provider of health, dental and travel benefits. View our social media community guidelines: pac.bluecross.ca/communityguidelines
Pacific Blue Cross is BC’s only Health Benefits Society and British Columbia’s number one health benefits provider. Based in Burnaby, BC, and in partnership with CUPE 1816, the union representing roughly three-quarters of its 750-person local workforce, the not-for-profit organization provides health, dental, life, disability and travel coverage for 1 in 3 British Columbians through group benefits and individual plans. As part of its mission to improve health and well-being for British Columbians, Pacific Blue Cross proactively supports charitable organizations across the province working to improve health outcomes.
17/12/2025
Travel coverage is often cheaper than you think – and can save you from being hit with unmanageable medical bills if something goes wrong.
Wondering how much it would be to cover your upcoming trip? Go to pac.bluecross.ca/Travel, hit ‘Get covered’ and fill out our quick questionnaire.
You’ll be able to see a quote before you need to provide any contact details – so why not check it out!
Plus, if you’re already a Pacific Blue Cross member, you can log in to Member Profile and get 10% off travel insurance.
11/12/2025
A deductible is a set dollar amount you must pay before an insurer starts making benefit payments.
For example, if Natalie has a health plan with a $50 annual deductible, and she visits her massage therapist which costs $180, then she’ll need to pay the first $50, leaving $130 eligible for reimbursement.
Annual deductibles only apply to the first claim in a year, so she won’t have to pay the $50 on any future claims that year.
Deductibles can apply to coverage for the entire plan, across certain benefits, or a combination of both. Go to your Member Profile at pac.bluecross.ca/Member to see details of your plan.
Did you know: Pacific Blue Cross Emergency Medical travel plans have zero deductible, meaning that you’ll be reimbursed from the first dollar!
09/12/2025
Pacific Blue Cross is proud to support the incredible work of the Burnaby USAR team, including their latest humanitarian deployment to help those in Jamaica severely affected by Hurricane Melissa.
Under the direction of the Jamaica Defence Force, the Burnaby Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team worked in some of the hardest-hit regions, conducting search operations, welfare checks, and humanitarian assistance for communities struggling in the storm’s aftermath.
Their presence brought relief, reassurance, and vital support to families navigating immense hardship.
Pacific Blue Cross was honoured to support this mission by providing free travel insurance for the Burnaby USAR team during their deployment.
Pacific Blue Cross is proud to provide free travel insurance to Burnaby Urban Search and Rescue team supporting communities in Jamaica.
08/12/2025
If you don’t have employer benefits but you’re generally healthy, you might think personal health insurance isn’t necessary and consider saving for unexpected health costs instead.
But it’s important to know that MSP may not cover as much as you think.
MSP covers essential services like doctor visits, hospital procedures and diagnostic tests such as x-rays - but doesn’t include routine dental care or most prescription drugs.
These out-of-pocket costs can add up quickly, especially if you’re also missing work and income while receiving treatment or recovering.
Why not use our quick and easy plan finder and take a look at the best option for you? Head to https://bit.ly/42Bg2pe
04/12/2025
Canadians aren’t travelling less in 2026 – they’re travelling smarter.
The new 2026 Blue Cross® Travel Study shows 51% of BC travellers now use AI to plan their trips, for key tasks such as:
📉 Comparing prices
📌 Building itineraries
✈️ Finding destination inspiration
Canadians are rethinking where and how they travel in 2026, according to the Blue Cross Travel Study® – with British Columbians leading the digital shift.
29/11/2025
Have you had a dental check-up in the last 6 months? 🦷
Check-ups are important for catching problems early, before they cause serious, potentially expensive issues.
For most people, this means a trip to the dentist every 6 months for a routine exam.
If you have a dental plan with Pacific Blue Cross, check your coverage by logging in at pac.bluecross.ca/Member. Make the most of your benefits and keep your smile healthy!
30/10/2025
Make the most of your benefits with secure, 24/7 access to online claims, plan details and more.
File claims without the paperwork – anytime, anywhere – online or through our mobile app.
Get covered in minutes: pac.bluecross.ca/Personal-Health
23/10/2025
Enjoy your retirement – you deserve it. Unexpected medical bills? No problem.
That’s why, this , we’re excited to announce our new partnership with sanoLiving to provide sanoMidLife, an online program designed to support women through the unique changes, challenges and opportunities that midlife brings – including perimenopause and menopause support.
We’re pleased to be able to offer the program free of cost to Pacific Blue Cross members and dependents, whether you have a group or individual health plan.
Find out more at sanomidlife.com/pacificbluecross
14/10/2025
✨ What an inspiring day! Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2025 Health Care Forum last week.
From Jann Arden's powerful keynote, to the eye-opening Menopause Chicks with Shirley Weir workshop, to the announcement of our new partnerships delivering midlife health support – we moved the conversation on women’s health in the workplace from awareness to action.
Together, we explored how workplaces can break stigma, embrace evidence, and create environments where women in midlife not only stay, but thrive.
Thank you to all leaders, advocates and changemakers who joined us. 💡 The message was clear: supporting women’s health at work isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s essential for building stronger, more inclusive organizations.
Pacific Blue Cross is committed to championing women’s health, through benefit design, education and partnerships – learn more: pac.bluecross.ca/womenshealth
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30/09/2025
Today, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we take pause to honour the survivors of the residential school system, the children who never returned home, and their families and communities.
As BC’s health benefits society, we have a responsibility to help address health gaps and improve access to equitable care, as the legacy of residential schools and systemic inequities continues to impact Indigenous communities today. We strive to achieve this through our partnerships, DEI initiatives, and support for local, Indigenous-led health and wellness programs.
To support reflection and learning for our members, plan sponsors and providers, we’ve partnered with the First Nations Health Authority to develop an Indigenous Awareness elearning module, which is completely free to access and share: pac.bluecross.ca/company/diversity-equity-inclusion/
Clinical counsellors in BC can now bill us directly for appointments, making it even easier for our members to access their mental health benefits.
Use the Insta-Claim search tool in your Member Profile at pac.bluecross.ca/Member to find clinical counsellors near you who have registered with us.
If you don’t see your preferred provider listed, ask them about direct billing with Pacific Blue Cross – it’s easy for them to get set up. There’s more information available on the provider section of our website.
We’re on a mission to improve health and wellbeing for all British Columbians, by enabling affordable access to the best possible health care – so that our members can get the support they need, whenever they need it.
Got questions? Call our friendly customer service team on 604 419-2000 or toll-free on 1 877 722-2583.
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Our mission is to improve health and well-being for British Columbians.
Good health is the foundation for a fulfilling life. Good health empowers you to live your dreams and experience all that life has to offer. As the founder of health coverage in British Columbia, we’ve always believed in affordable access to the best possible health care. As a not-for-profit service organization, we provide workplace and personal solutions that support the full continuum of care. Our deep understanding of changing health care needs, coupled with our passion for caring service builds strong relationships so we can provide the very best solutions to meet your needs.
Our Vision
Our vision of a healthier British Columbia means having affordable access to the best possible health care, personalized solutions to meet changing health care needs, and a sustainable health plan that provides the security and trust you need.
Governments, businesses, unions and individuals look to us to help make people’s lives better. Through our deep understanding of health care and our strong commitment to the province, we offer the most flexible solutions to meet the ever-changing health care needs of British Columbians, while staying true to the principles of universal health care on which we were founded.
