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ACCIDENT & SICKNESS
INSURANCE PLAN
Policy Number SG10000501
Underwritten by:
The following is a brief outline of the protection provided under the above-noted plan. The Master Policy is available for
review at the Canadian Actors' Equity Association (Equity) National office. All terms and conditions are governed by the
policy
SG10000501
CAEA SG10000501. 04.13
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Eligibility and Coverage Levels....................................................................................................3
When Not Engaged on an Equity Engagement Contract
When Engaged on an Equity Engagement Contract
Covered Medical Expenses.........................................................................................................4
In-Hospital Cash Benefit..............................................................................................................4
Medical Exclusions & Limitations ................................................................................................5
Miscellaneous Health & Wellness Expense Benefits ..................................................................5
Weekly Disability (Coverage only while you are engaged under an
Equity Engagement Contract) .....................................................................................................6
Weekly Disability Rehabilitation Benefit ......................................................................................7
Weekly Disability Exclusions .......................................................................................................7
Recurrent Disability Provision......................................................................................................7
Accidental Death & Dismemberment .........................................................................................8
Comatose Benefit ........................................................................................................................8
Repatriation Benefit .....................................................................................................................8
Home Alteration and Vehicle Modification Benefit ......................................................................8
Rehabilitation Benefit ..................................................................................................................9
Extraordinary Risk Coverage.......................................................................................................9
Additional Accidental Dental Care .............................................................................................10
Exclusions..................................................................................................................................10
Extended Benefits......................................................................................................................10
Note Regarding Quebec Coverage ...........................................................................................10
General Definitions ...................................................................................................................10
How To Claim ...........................................................................................................................11
Frequently Asked Questions .....................................................................................................12
Frequently Asked Questions (Miscellaneous Health and Wellness Expense Benefit) .............14
Claim Guidelines........................................................................................................................14
For Your Own Notes..................................................................................................................15
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ELIGIBILITY
All Insured Members in good standing with Canadian Actors’ Equity Association.
WHEN NOT ENGAGED ON AN EQUITY ENGAGEMENT CONTRACT
If you are member in good standing with Equity you will be eligible for medical expenses incurred as a
result of accident only, subject to applicable re-imbursement rates.
You are also eligible for accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
If you are member in good standing with Equity who has worked a minimum of 8 weeks under
qualifying Equity engagement contracts in the previous year, you will be eligible for medical expenses
incurred as a result of sickness, subject to applicable re-imbursement rates. Qualifying Equity
engagement contracts shall be at Levels 2, 3 or 4 or Scheduled Risk premiums aggregating to a six
day week.
WHEN ENGAGED ON AN EQUITY ENGAGEMENT CONTRACT
If you are member in good standing with Equity you will be eligible for Medical Expenses incurred as a
result of accident or sickness and Weekly Disability benefits while you are engaged on an Equity work
contract subject to limitations and re-imbursement rates as determined by the Insurance Level as
determined by Equity.
Level 1 Coverage means a member working on an Amateur, Festival or Collective engagement
contract. Work weeks under such engagement contracts will not increase eligibility for sickness
coverage when not working on an Equity Engagement Contract in the following year.
Level 2 Coverage means a member working on an Equity Engagement Contract issued under an
agreement or policy for which the minimum fees for a performer is less than $700 per week.
Level 3 Coverage means a member working on an Equity Engagement Contract issued under an
agreement or policy for which the minimum fees for a performer is $700 per week or greater but less
than $950.
Level 4 Coverage means a member working on an Equity Engagement Contract issued under an
agreement or policy for which the minimum fees for a performer is $950 per week or greater.
Scheduled Risk Coverage is provided to members working on an Equity Engagement Contract
issued under an agreement or policy that permits engagements of less than two weeks and/or noncontinuous engagement. You will be covered only on days scheduled as work days in the
engagement contract.
Equity at its sole discretion will determine the appropriate Level of Coverage and advise the Engager
prior to the engagement of Insured Members.
COVERAGES
Medical Expenses
Policy Maximums:
Semi-private Hospital -
$2,500 per person per calendar year
Durable Medical Supplies -
$5,000 per person per calendar year
Other Medical Supplies and Services
– Accident & Sickness
$5,000 per person per calendar year
Accidental Dental
$2,500 per Accident
Re-imbursement:
a) Miscellaneous Health and Wellness Benefit:
100% for all Levels
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b) Under Contract:
Levels 1, 2 and 3 - 85%
Level 4 100%
c) Not Under contract:
Members who have not worked a minimum of eight weeks in the
previous year:
50% accident coverage only
Members who have worked a minimum of eight weeks in the previous
year:
50% accident and sickness coverage only
COVERED MEDICAL EXPENSES
Subject to the sections entitled “Medical Exclusions” and “Medical Limitations”, “Covered Medical
Expenses” which you incur and which are defined below, are reimbursed only to the extent that they
are reasonable and customary charges, for services performed which are consistent with the
diagnosis, incurred as a result of an accident or sickness:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)
(l)
(m)
(n)
Prescription drugs and medicines are limited to a maximum 90 day supply. Insured Members
who are not eligible for Off-Contract Medical Coverage must purchase their prescription
needs while still under contract;
Charges made by a hospital for semi-private hospital room accommodation including deterrent
charges where permissible by law;
The services of a qualified physiotherapist (which includes athletic and sports therapists),
chiropractor, registered masseur including Shiatsu, speech therapist, osteopath, chiropodist,
podiatrist, acupuncturist, or kinesiologst provided these are eligible expenses under the
provincial health plan schedule, up to $600 per specialty per calendar year for Level 1, 2 3 and
Scheduled Risk Coverage and $1,200 for Level 4 Coverage. This includes the difference
between the practitioner’s charges and the appropriate provincial health plan schedule unless
prohibited by law;
The services of a registered nurse (not a member of your immediate family);
Medical supplies such as surgical dressings, casts, crutches, splints and other special
apparatus, mechanical aids, and orthotics (to a maximum of one (1) pair per thirty-six (36)
month period);
Rental of wheel chairs and other similar services, supplies and equipment for temporary
therapeutic use, required as the result of an accident, sickness or the purchase of similar
equipment if approved by ACE INA Life Insurance;
local professional ambulance service to or from a hospital, and/or licensed professional air
ambulance service when medically necessary, used to transport you from the place where the
injury or sickness occurred to the nearest hospital where adequate treatment is available,
subject to a maximum expense of $1,000 per injury or sickness;
X-ray treatment or examinations (Except dental x-rays, or x-rays for general health purposes);
Laboratory tests or analysis;
Cost of services of a qualified dentist or dental surgeon but not more than 80% to a maximum of
$2,500, incurred within one year from the date of the accident for dental care due to accidental
loss or injury of sound natural teeth, but excluding damages to dentures. Any payments made
under this coverage shall be in accordance with the schedule of fees published by the Dental
Association in the Province or territory where you reside;
Out-of-Country Emergency Benefit – will be provided if you are resident in Canada and are
covered under the applicable provincial health care plan (expenses incurred outside of Canada
are subject to the policy maximums as stated);
Stroboscopy – subject to a maximum of 2 treatments per year and $150 per treatment;
Prescription drugs for smoking cessation are reimbursed at 80% to a lifetime maximum benefit
limit of $400, exclusive of the medical reimbursement amount.
Expenses incurred for alternative medicine therapies, naturopathy, homeopathy, Chinese
medicine and nutritional guidance, subject to combined annual maximum of $750.
IN-HOSPITAL CASH BENEFIT
If, as the result of an accident, sickness or pregnancy you are confined in a hospital as an in-patient for
a minimum of three nights and are under the care of a legally qualified registered physician or surgeon
other than yourself, ACE INA Life Insurance will pay $25 for each night of confinement retroactive to
the first night of confinement, up to a maximum of 4 nights.
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MEDICAL EXCLUSIONS
Expenses incurred as a result of any of the following shall not be Covered Medical Expenses:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
Normal health examinations, eye and ear examinations, eye glasses and hearing aids;
Dental care except as specifically provided for;
Accidental bodily injury or illness for which benefits are payable under any Workers’
Compensation or similar law;
Services provided to the Insured Member without charge.
Fertility drugs, drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction or obesity;
MEDICAL LIMITATIONS
While you are is being treated for an injury or sickness while under an Equity Engagement Contract,
which does not result in a claim for Weekly Disability benefit but for which you incur expenses for the
services of a qualified physiotherapist, chiropractor, registered masseur including Shiatsu, speech
therapist, osteopath, chiropodist, podiatrist, acupuncturist, or kinesiologist;
I.
II.
III.
“Under Contract” reimbursement will only be extended until the earlier of 3 months following
the end date of the Equity Engagement Contract or 6 visits, subject to annual policy
maximums;
New or different services will be reimbursed as not ‘under contract” coverage;
Qualified physiotherapists, chiropractors, registered masseurs including Shiatsu, speech
therapists, osteopaths, chiropodists, podiatrists, acupuncturists, or kinesiologists will be
required to confirm that treatment commenced while the Insured Member was under an
Equity Engagement Contract including cause of the medical condition, and the date that the
symptoms first manifested themselves.
In addition, the following shall not be considered Covered Medical Expenses:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
Expenses to the extent that benefits or services are provided by any group insurance or
prepayment plan contributed to or sponsored or arranged by you or Canadian Actors’ Equity
Association, or;
Expenses payable under any arrangement or agreement between Canadian Actors’ Equity
Association and any other person, government or organization; or
No payment shall be made for services rendered by a hospital, except for reimbursement of
charges which are in excess of benefits payable for hospital services under any government
laws of Canada or any province;
medical expenses or other health services covered that are not in excess of or duplicate the
cost of any such services covered under the terms of any statutory plan of health services
insurance and as permitted by law.
MISCELLANEOUS HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPENSE BENEFIT
Benefit Maximum:
$100 per member/calendar year
Reimbursement:
100%
The following eligible Miscellaneous. Health and Wellness Expenses are payable subject to the benefit
maximum.
Alcoholism treatment
Anaesthetist
Artificial limbs
Botox (non-cosmetic)
Braces
Cardiographs
Circumcisions
Contact lenses
Contraceptive devices
Dental Bridgework
Dental Crowns
Dental treatment
Dental implants
Dental whitening
Dental x-rays
Dentures
Dermatologist
Diagnostic fees (not covered by
provincial plan)
Diapers for incontinence
Drug addiction therapy
Eyeglasses/Eye exams
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Fluoridation unit
Fertility treatments
Guide dog (deaf, blind)
Gynecologist
Hair Replacement
Hearing Aid and batteries
Hospital bills (not covered by
provincial plan)
Hydrotherapy
Insulin treatments
Lab tests
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Laser eye surgery
Laser hair removal
Lodging (away from home for
outpatient care)
Medical equipment
Medical supplies
Metabolism tests
Neurologist
Nursing home (including board
and meals)
Obstetrician
Operating room costs
Ophthalmologist
Optician
Oral surgery
Oral Contraceptive
Organ transplant (including
Donor’s expense)
Orthodontist
Orthopedist
Oxygen and oxygen equipment
Pediatrician
Physician (not covered by
provincial plan)
Post-natal treatments
Pre-natal care
Prescription Drugs not covered
elsewhere
Psychiatrist
Psychoanalyst
Psychologist
Psychotherapy
Radium therapy
Special school costs for the
handicapped
Splints
Sterilization
Surgeons
Telephone or TV equipment to
assist the hearing impaired
Therapy equipment
Transportation expenses (relative
to healthcare)
Ultraviolet ray treatments
Vaccines
Vasectomy
Vein removal
Wart removal
Wheelchair
X-rays
WEEKLY DISABILITY Coverage only while you are engaged under an Equity Engagement Contract
You will be insured for 60% of your contractual weekly earnings to a maximum benefit of $1,500 per
week in the event your total disability is caused by injury or illness.
Benefits are payable from the 8th day of total disability caused by injury, up to 104 weeks or your
attainment of the age of 80 if you are residing in Canada, or to age 70 if you are residing outside of
Canada, whichever occurs first. To be covered, total disability caused by injury must result within 30
days of the date of the accident.
Benefits are payable from the 8th day of total disability caused by sickness, up to a maximum of 52
weeks or your attainment of the age of 80 if you are residing in Canada, or age 70 if you are residing
outside of Canada whichever occurs first. To be covered, total disability caused by injury must result
within 30 days of the date of the Illness.
Benefits for total disability are only paid if you satisfy the definition of total disability, seek professional
care from a legally qualified physician within 7 business days from the end date of your Equity
Engagement Contract and remain under the professional care and regular attendance of a legally
qualified physician.
Benefits for total disability are paid only as long you receive no earnings from performing other work or
services.
These payments will normally be based on your "in town" contractual earnings, at the time of disability.
However, in the event that you become disabled while on tour and remain away from your home, the
payments are based on the contractual earnings including per diem. You shall be eligible for disability
payments based on contractual earnings, including per diem, until you are no longer disabled or you
return to your home or a hospital or other care facility near your home, whichever is first.
If you are unable to fully resume your normal occupation but are capable of performing some other
type of work or services, the weekly disability benefit will be reduced by 50% of your earnings.
However, the total income will not exceed your pre-disability contracted income.
If you have signed an Equity Engagement Contract and become totally disabled between the date of
signing the contract and the first date of the engagement and are unable to commence your duties due
to total disability, you will be insured for weekly disability benefits from the 1st date of your Equity
Engagement Contract, provided that total disability continues beyond the elimination period and all
other terms of the policy are met.
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If you become disabled on a Level 1 Equity Engagement Contract for which no minimum fee is
articulated, the benefits shall be based on $435 per week (benefit $261 per week).
“Total Disability” means that you are completely prevented from performing each and every material
duty of the role for which you were contracted.
WEEKLY DISABILITY REHABILITATION BENEFIT
When you have been totally and continuously disabled due to an accident and have been receiving
weekly disability benefits from ACE INA Life Insurance for a least 52 weeks, ACE INA Life Insurance
will also pay the reasonable and necessary expenses incurred, up to a limit of $5,000 for special
training, provided;
(a) such training is required in order for you to engage in an occupation which you would not have
been engaged in prior to the injuries;
(b) expenses be incurred within two years from the date of the accident;
(c) no payment will be made for ordinary living, traveling or clothing expenses
WEEKLY DISABILITY EXCLUSIONS
(a) Any disability which commences while you are not engaged under an Equity Engagement
Contract; or
(b) Any period of disability during which you are not under the care of a legally qualified physician
and/or surgeon, other than yourself; or
(c) Any disability resulting from sickness or disease for which you are entitled to benefits under any
Workers' Compensation Act, or Occupational Disease Law, any provincial
vehicle insurance; or
(d) Any period of disability during which you are on a "Paid Pregnancy Leave of Absence"; or
(e) Intentionally self-inflicted Injury; or
(f) Any period of disability during which you engage in alternative employment for wage, earnings or
profit unless approved by ACE INA Life Insurance; or
(g) Any disability due to war or any act of war; or
(h) Suicide, or any attempt thereat, while sane or insane; or
(i) Any disability resulting from alcoholism or any narcotics habits;
(j) Services or expenses which are:
(i) provided by any Workers' Compensation or Occupational Disease Law or any provincial
vehicle insurance;
(ii) expenses to the extent that benefits or services are provided by any group insurance or prepayment plan, contribution to which is made, or which is sponsored or arranged by you or
Canadian Actors’ Equity Association.
(k) No payment shall be made for services rendered by a hospital, except for reimbursement of
charges which are in excess of benefits payable for hospital services under government laws of
Canada or any province.
RECURRENT DISABILITY PROVISION
“A period of total disability” will be considered to be a recurrence of your previous total disability,
provided all the following conditions are met:
a) You have received weekly disability benefits under the plan.
b) You become totally disabled again within 30 days of no longer being qualified to receive a weekly
disability benefit under the plan.
c) The subsequent period of total disability is due to an injury or illness which is directly related to the
cause of the immediately preceding period of total disability.
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If a period of total disability is considered to be recurrent, the Weekly Disability benefit is subject to all
the provisions of this benefit with the following exceptions:
a) You are entitled to the recommencement of the Weekly Disability benefit on the date the total
disability recurred.
b) The weekly disability benefit will be based upon the same contractual earnings as at the original
date of total disability.
ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT
Your Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage is in effect 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.
Covered losses must occur within one year from the date of accident and not more than one (the
largest) of such benefits shall be paid with respect to all injuries resulting from one accident.
Level 1, 2, 3 and Scheduled Risk Coverage
Principal Sum
Loss of Life......................................................... $20,000
Loss of Both Hands............................................ $20,000
Loss of Both Feet............................................... $20,000
Loss of Entire Sight of Both Eyes ...................... $20,000
Loss of One Hand and One Foot ....................... $20,000
Loss of One Hand and Entire Sight of
One Eye $20,000
Loss of One Foot and Entire Sight of
One Eye $20,000
Loss of Speech and Hearing.............................. $20,000
Quadriplegia....................................................... $40,000
Loss of One Arm ................................................ $20,000
Loss of One Leg................................................. $20,000
Paraplegia.......................................................... $40,000
Loss of One Hand .............................................. $20,000
Loss of One Foot ............................................... $20,000
Loss of Entire Sight of One Eye......................... $20,000
Loss of Speech or Hearing ................................ $20,000
Hemiplegia ......................................................... $40,000
Loss of Thumb and Index Finger of Same
Hand
$20,000
Loss of Hearing in One Ear................................ $ 2,500
Level 4 Coverage
Principal Sum
Loss of Life .............................................................$40,000
Loss of Both Hands ................................................$40,000
Loss of Both Feet....................................................$40,000
Loss of Entire Sight of Both Eyes ...........................$40,000
Loss of One Hand and One Foot............................$40,000
Loss of One Hand and Entire Sight of
One Eye $40,000
Loss of One Foot and Entire Sight of
One Eye $40,000
Loss of Speech and Hearing ..................................$40,000
Quadriplegia ...........................................................$80,000
Loss of One Arm.....................................................$40,000
Loss of One Leg .....................................................$40,000
Paraplegia...............................................................$80,000
Loss of One Hand...................................................$40,000
Loss of One Foot ....................................................$40,000
Loss of Entire Sight of One Eye..............................$40,000
Loss of Speech or Hearing .....................................$40,000
Hemiplegia..............................................................$80,000
Loss of Thumb and Index Finger of Same
Hand
$40,000
Loss of Hearing in One Ear ....................................$ 5,000
The term “Loss” is strictly defined in the Master Policy.
COMATOSE BENEFIT
If you sustain an injury and become comatose (the term “comatose” is strictly defined in the Master
Policy), you will receive $20,000 for Level 1, 2, 3 and Scheduled Risk coverage and $40,000 for Level
4 Coverage, less any amount paid or payable under Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
as a result of the same accident, provided the following conditions are met:
a) you becomes comatose within 365 days after the date of the accident;
b) you have been comatose for 31 consecutive days.
REPATRIATION BENEFIT
When injuries covered by this policy result in your loss of life outside 150 km from your city of
permanent residence or outside Canada and within 365 days from the date of the accident, ACE INA
Life Insurance will pay the actual expense incurred for the burial and shipment of your body to your city
of residence, but not to exceed $10,000.
HOME ALTERATION AND VEHICLE MODIFICATION BENEFIT
In the event you sustain an injury which results in a payment being made under the Accidental Death
and Dismemberment Coverage excluding the Loss of Life Benefit, and such injury subsequently
requires the use of a wheelchair to be ambulatory, ACE INA Life Insurance will pay the reasonable and
necessary expenses actually incurred within 365 days from the date of the accident for:
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1.
2.
the one-time cost of alterations to your principal residence to make it wheelchair accessible
and habitable; and
the one-time cost of modifications necessary to a motor vehicle utilized you to make the
vehicle accessible or derivable for you.
Benefit payments herein will not be paid unless:
a)
b)
home alterations are made by a person or persons experienced in such alterations and
recommended by a recognized organization, providing support and assistance to wheelchair
users; and
vehicle modifications are carried out by a person or persons with experience in such matters
and modifications are approved by the Provincial vehicle licensing authorities.
vehicle modifications are carried out by a person or persons with experience in such matters
and
The maximum payable under both Items 1 and 2 combined will not exceed $10,000.
REHABILITATION BENEFIT
When you sustain an injury resulting in a payment being made by ACE INA Life Insurance under
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage, ACE INA Life Insurance will also pay the reasonable
and necessary expenses incurred up to a limit of $5,000 for special training, provided:
(1)
such training is required in order for you to engage in an occupation which you would not have
been engaged in prior to the injuries;
(2)
expenses are incurred within 2 years from the date of the accident;
(3)
no payment is made for ordinary living, travelling, or clothing expenses.
EXTRAORDINARY RISK COVERAGE
While you are under an Equity Engagement Contract which is amended by an Extraordinary Risk
rider as required by Canadian Actors’ Equity agreements, this benefit will be provided in addition
to the those provided under the Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage, provided
losses are the result of injury sustained while you were executing an Extraordinary Risk.
Principal Sum
Loss of Life........................................................................................................... $150,000
Loss of Both Hands.............................................................................................. $150,000
Loss of Both Feet................................................................................................. $150,000
Loss of Entire Sight of Both Eyes......................................................................... $150,000
Loss of One Hand and One Foot ......................................................................... $150,000
Loss of One Hand and Entire Sight of One Eye................................................... $150,000
Loss of One Foot and Entire Sight of One Eye .................................................... $150,000
Loss of Speech and Hearing................................................................................ $150,000
Quadriplegia......................................................................................................... $150,000
Paraplegia............................................................................................................ $150,000
Hemiplegia ........................................................................................................... $150,000
Loss of One Arm .................................................................................................. $112,500
Loss of One Leg................................................................................................... $112,500
Loss of One Hand .................................................................................................. $75,000
Loss of One Foot ................................................................................................... $75,000
Loss of Entire Sight of One Eye ............................................................................. $75,000
Loss of Speech or Hearing..................................................................................... $75,000
Loss of Thumb and Index Finger of Same Hand.................................................... $37,500
Loss of Hearing in One Ear.................................................................................... $25,000
The term “Loss” and “Extraordinary Risk” are strictly defined in the Master Policy.
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ADDITIONAL ACCIDENTAL DENTAL CARE
This coverage only applies to injuries sustained while you are under Extraordinary Risk
Coverage.
Stage Managers, Directors, Choreographers and their assistants are insured for Additional
Accidental Dental Care coverage, while performing their duties in connection with an
Extraordinary Risk.
ACE INA Life Insurance will pay for the cost of services of a qualified dentist or dental surgeon,
minus the deductible, (if any), to a maximum of $2,500, incurred within one year from the date of
the Accident for dental care due to accidental loss or injury of sound natural teeth, but excluding
damages to dentures.
Any payments made under this coverage shall be in accordance with the schedule of fees
published by the Dental Association in the Province or territory where you reside.
EXCLUSIONS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage and Extraordinary Risk Coverage do not cover loss
caused or resulting from:
(a)
Intentionally self-inflicted injuries, suicide or any attempt thereat, while sane or insane;
(b)
Declared or undeclared war or any act thereof;
(c)
Accident occurring while you are serving on full-time active duty in the
(d)
Armed Forces of any country or international authority;
(e)
Illness, disease, pregnancy, childbirth, miscarriage, or any bacterial infection other than
bacterial infection occurring in consequence of an accidental cut or wound;
EXTENDED BENEFITS
Under the terms of the policy you will be covered as if you were on contract, from the first day of
rehearsal to the termination date of your Equity Engagement Contract. In addition, you will be covered
for any day on which you are required to travel to (at the inception of the contract) or from (at the
conclusion of your contract) the place of employment or residence designated in your contract with
Canadian Actors’ Equity Association, up to a maximum of 7 days. This extended coverage applies
only to those days during which you travel
QUEBEC COVERAGE
ACE INA Life Insurance will not be able to maintain the prescription drug coverage as outlined in the
Covered Medical Expenses of the booklet, for those insured members resident in Quebec, unless the
insured member has a policy providing the prescribed drug coverage in force at all times.
GENERAL DEFINITIONS
“Accident” means a sudden, unforeseen and fortuitous event occurring while the Insured Member is
covered under this policy.
“Extraordinary Risk” shall be defined as the performance of acrobatic feats, suspension from trapeze
wires, or like contrivances; the use or exposure to weapons, fire or pyrotechnic devices or the taking of
dangerous leaps, falls, throws, catches, knee drops, or slides; (the handling of unusual live animals,
including birds, fish, reptiles); the entrance or exit from the stage area in darkness or reduced lighting;
performance on a set comprising area(s) raised more than 20 cm. Above the normal stage floor and
where there are no guardrails; or where the floor has been inclined more than 8 cm. per metre run.
Within the sphere of dance the execution of choreography or staging which departs from those
accepted techniques of movement and support used in contemporary theatre dance (classical, ballet,
modern, jazz or ethnic dance) is also defined as an extraordinary risk. It shall be the decision of
Canadian Actors’ Equity Association as to what constitutes an extraordinary risk
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“Injury” means bodily injury resulting directly and independently of all other causes from an Accident,
which is caused by external, violent and visible means and sustained while an Insured member is
covered under this plan. It does not include anything that is a Sickness.
“Injury” when used in this policy with respect to Total Disability does not include bodily harm caused by
or resulting from bending, lifting or twisting. Such bodily harm is treated as a “sickness” in determining
an Insured Member’s entitlement to Total Disability benefits under this plan. “Injury” when used in this
booklet does not include bodily harm caused by or resulting from the physical demands of an Insured
Member’s employment. Such bodily harm is considered a sickness in determining an Insured
Member’s entitlement to Total Disability benefits under this plan.
“Sickness” means an illness, sickness or bodily infirmity of the Insured member which commences
while the Insured Member is covered under this plan.
With respect to Total Disability the Sickness must cause Total Disability while the Insured Member is
covered under this plan. In determining an Insured Member’s entitlement to Total Disability benefits,
“Sickness” also includes bodily harm caused by or resulting from bending, lifting or twisting and bodily
harm caused by or resulting from the physical demands of an Insured Member’s employment.
“Physician” means a physician or surgeon licensed to practice medicine, perform surgery and
administer drug who is not a member of the Insured Member’s immediate family.
“Hospital” means a legally constituted establishment which meets all of the following requirements:
a) operates primarily for the reception, care and treatment of sick, ailing or injured persons as inpatients;
b) provides 24 hour a day nursing service by registered or graduate nurses;
c) has a staff of one or more licensed Physicians available at all times;
d) provides organized facilities for diagnosis and surgical facilities; and
e) is not primarily a clinic, nursing home or convalescent home or similar establishment nor, other
than incidentally, a place for alcoholics or drug addicts.
“Total Disability” means that the Insured Member is completely prevented from performing each and
every material duty of the role for which they were contracted.
“Sound Natural Teeth” – means a tooth that is whole or properly restored (restoration with amalgams
only); is without impairment, periodontal or other conditions; and is not in need of the treatment
provided for any reason other than an accidental injury.
For purposes of this plan, a tooth or teeth previously restored with a crown, inlay, onlay or porcelain
restoration or treated by endodontics, or the repair of existing implants or fixed bridgework, are also
considered to be sound natural teeth. Removable dentures are excluded from coverage.
“Engagement Contract” means any contract for the engagement of an Insured Member approved by
the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association for work within their jurisdiction and for which premiums are
required.
HOW TO CLAIM
A claim form must be completed and sent directly to ACE INA Life Insurance before any benefits can
be paid. These are obtainable from deputies, stage management, engagers and either a Canadian
Actors’ Equity Association office or from the following web site - www.caea.com.
If you receive injuries that require medical attention, it is very important that you submit a claim even if
you do not anticipate incurring any expenses, taking any time off or the symptoms are not severe. If
the injury did not require immediate medical attention but the accident seemed fairly acute or
strenuous, it is a good idea to initiate a claim by completing a claim form outlining the details of the
accident and submitting it to ACE INA Life Insurance.
If it can be documented that the medical condition commenced while under contract, the claim may be
eligible under the terms of the policy. It is for this reason that it is essential that ACE INA Life
Insurance is notified when an accident has occurred.
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ACE INA Life Insurance is a leader in the field of early intervention and wants to work with you
to see that you are getting appropriate care.
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If you do not notify ACE INA Life Insurance that you have had an accident, sickness or
modified duties then should your medical condition worsen after the end of your contract, ACE
INA Life Insurance will be unable to consider your claim.
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If your role has been modified to accommodate your injuries, please include Engager
documentation to confirm these changes.
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Make sure you have the Engager's Statement completed on the Income Replacement Claim
form if you submit a claim while under contract.
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Sign the Authorization on the form authorizing the release of medical information with respect
to your claim.
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When filing an Income Replacement Claim, make sure the Attending Physician Statement is
fully completed by a medical practitioner. You may be required to pay your physician for
completing the form which is not covered by the plan.
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If you are claiming for medical expenses, include the original receipts with your claim
and retain copies for your files. You may require these receipts for income tax
purposes. ACE INA Life Insurance is unable to return the original receipts.
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Call the ACE INA Life Insurance office at 1 (877) 772-7797 or 416-594-2627 if you need help
with your claim.
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Calendar year maximums as stated in this brochure refer to the period January 1st to
December 31st of any given year.
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The services provider providing the eligible treatment must be licensed/registered in the
province in which he/she is practicing and his/her full name and license number must
appear on the receipt.
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An “official receipt” for the purposes of reimbursement of an eligible claim means: A
signed receipt from the services provider which includes his/her full name (title), mailing
address and phone number along with his/her signature and license number. It does
NOT mean a store receipt, charge card receipt or a blank generic receipt.
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All eligible claims will be considered within the usual range of charges being made by
other service providers in the area in which the charge is incurred when providing the
same or comparable services or supplies.
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All claims must be reported to ACE INA Life Insurance within one (1) year from the date
of the expense, injury or sickness.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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When will my claim be processed?
Normally, within 10 business days of being received by ACE INA Life Insurance.
I have old medical receipts. How long after the fact can I submit a claim?
Within 1 year from the date on the official receipt.
Do I have dental coverage?
Yes, but only as a result of an accident or as outlined in the booklet under –
Miscellaneous Health and Wellness Expense Benefit.
Am I covered for eyewear or eye exams?
Yes, under the Miscellaneous Health and Wellness Expense Benefit.
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Are there prescription drugs that are not eligible for claiming?
Yes. Please refer to the “Medical Exclusions” section in this booklet.
Can I still receive income replacement benefits after my contract ends?
No, unless you became disabled while under contract and you have notified ACE INA
Life Insurance no later than 7 days after the end of your contract. If you are not under
contract you cannot begin a claim for income replacement.
What do I do if I don’t receive benefits to which I think I should be entitled?
Answer
Speak to a representative at ACE INA Life Insurance. If you need further assistance,
please contact a Canadian Actors’ Equity Association office. Either a Canadian Actors’
Equity Association staff member or our Insurance Broker will intervene with the insurer
on your behalf. You will need to give your written authorization for either party to act on
your behalf.
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As a Canadian citizen, off-contract and traveling in another country, do I still have
accident coverage while in the foreign country as long am I am a member in good
standing?
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Yes, but only for medical claims. As this plan is not designed to provide meaningful Out
of Country coverage, we strongly suggest that you purchase Out of Country insurance in
order to assure that you are properly covered.
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If I am a non-resident member, do I still have accident coverage after my contract ends
and I return to my country of residence as long as I remain a member in good standing?
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Generally speaking, the answer is no. American members may retain some benefit
when they return to the USA.
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I have a family, can my dependents/spouse claim under this policy?
No. Details of voluntary coverages for dependents can be found on the Canadian Actors’
Equity Association website.
Am I too old to claim?
The maximum age limit for coverage within Canada is age 80. The maximum age limit
for coverage outside of Canada is age 70.
Do I have life insurance through Equity?
No. You have accidental death and dismemberment coverage of $20,000 to $40,000, but
not life insurance.
Are alternative medicine services covered?
Yes. Alternative medicine including naturopathy, homeopathy, Chinese medicine and
nutritional guidance will be covered to a combined maximum of $750 per year.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS –
MISCELLANEOUS HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPENSE BENEFIT
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What is the benefit amount?
The benefit amount is $100.00 per calendar year.
What types of expenses are covered under the Health and Wellness Benefit plan?
Only those services listed in this booklet are covered expenses and these expenses will only
be reimbursed with a valid receipt.
How long do I have to submit an expense(s)?
You have 1(one) year from the date of service to submit an expense.
Is my dependant/spouse covered?
No, your dependant/spouse is not covered.
When is this benefit available to me?
This benefit is available to all members who are in good standing and under age 80– you do
not have to be under a contract.
Check the coverage in this booklet or call ACE INA Life at 1-877-772-7797 to find out what additional
benefits you may be eligible for. Eligibility for benefits will be determined by ACE INA Life Insurance
based on the terms of the policy.
CLAIM GUIDELINES
Medical Expenses
Level of Reimbursement
a) Miscellaneous Health and Wellness Benefit:
b) Under Contract:
100% for all Levels
Levels 1, 2 and 3 - 85 %
Level 4 100%
Members who have not worked a minimum
of eight weeks in the previous year:
50% accident coverage only
c) Not Under contract:
Members who have worked a minimum of
eight weeks in the previous year:
50% accident and sickness coverage only
To ensure that your privacy is protected, please note that claims information cannot be provided
directly to Canadian Actors’ Equity Association. Canadian Actors’ Equity Association would be
pleased to assist you with your claim(s) however, to act on your behalf you will be required to
provide written authorization to the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association and ACE INA Life
Insurance. Contact the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association office at (416) 867-9165 or 1 (800)
387-1856 or insurance@caea.com.
Arranged by:
Ted Warburton, Doug Burton
455 Avenue Road
Suite 100
Toronto, Ontario M4V 2J2
Underwritten By:
ACE INA Life Insurance
1400-25 York Street
Toronto, Ontario M5J 2V5
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ACCIDENT & SICKNESS
INSURANCE PLAN