Basic Health Insurance is free in Canada. Every province has a different wait time for such insurance, so please double-check on the provincial website before traveling to Canada. Your employer would need to apply and pay for your private health insurance until provincial health insurance becomes available. In addition, check with your employer to confirm whether they provide additional and extended health care coverage such as dental, vision, and hospital care. On your paycheck, you will see your deductions such as EI (Employment Insurance) and CPP (Canada pension plan)