Newcomers to Canada need health care services as soon as they land. However, they know it takes three months before they can get coverage -- and Care Card -- from MSP (Medical Services Plan).
Since 1994, Bridge Community Health Clinic has provided immediate access to primary and preventative health services for refugees (with or without legal status) and new immigrants.
Primary health care is your first and most frequent contact with the health system, such as a visit to a doctor, nurse practitioner, physiotherapist or mental health counselor.
Who is eligible for health care services at Bridge Clinic?
- Anyone who is a refugee, refugee claimant, or recently arrived immigrant who lacks medical coverage or their coverage is pending.
Is there a fee for the clinic's services?
- Services are available at no cost to eligible clients.
What documentation is required?
- For their first visit to the clinic, clients should bring their Interim Federal Health (IFH) papers or a Care Card, as well as personal identification for themselves and family members. If the newcomer does not have any of the above documentation, he or she can still access the clinic's services.
Is it necessary to book an appointment?
- No, the clinic operates on a drop-in basis from 1 - 4 p.m., Monday to Friday.
Where is the Bridge Clinic?
- It is located at Raven Song Community Health Centre
- 2450 Ontario St. at 8th Avenue, Vancouver
- Phone: 604-709-6540
For more information about the Bridge Clinic, please click the title to direct you to the linked brochure.
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