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Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request
Reimbursement for medically necessary travel costs
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Reimbursement support for medically necessary transportation costs under the NIHB Program. It covers travel, meals, lodging, and related expenses for eligible clients traveling in Canada for covered health services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Medical travel for necessary health services
- Emergency medical transport
- Travel for approved escorts
- Travel for traditional healer visits
- Travel related to treatment for substance use disorders
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed reimbursement form
- Supporting documents page requirements
- Healthcare provider signed attendance confirmation
- Original receipts for commercial travel, accommodations, and parking
- Explanation of Benefits from other coverage, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible First Nations clients
- Recognized Inuit clients
- Clients needing medical transportation reimbursement
Who is not eligible
- Clients covered by other plans or arrangements
- Registered First Nations and Inuit served by self-government or transfer agreements
- Community-managed benefit programs already covering medical transportation
Eligible expenses
- Transportation costs by approved modes of travel
- Meals and lodging during approved travel
- Emergency ambulance services
- Private vehicle mileage and parking
- Commercial carrier and accommodation costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel for family events or non-medical reasons
- Trips for third-party medical exams or court-ordered treatment
- Travel solely to pick up prescriptions or vision products
- Professional fees for medical notes or supporting documents
- Personal hotel extras such as phone charges, tips, or room service
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Claims are reviewed by the NIHB regional office
- Supporting documents must confirm the medical appointment or service
- Questions about status are handled by the regional office
- Reimbursement is issued after the claim is processed
Additional information
- Claims are submitted through the NIHB regional office or Express Scripts Canada, depending on the service.
- Some services may require prior approval before coverage is confirmed.
- Clients should keep a copy of the completed form and all supporting documents.
- Reimbursement can be made by direct deposit if enrolled.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request?
Reimbursement support for medically necessary transportation costs under the NIHB Program. It covers travel, meals, lodging, and related expenses for eligible clients traveling in Canada for covered health services.
Who is eligible for the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request program?
To be eligible for the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request program, you must:
Canadian resident client
Travel within Canada
Claim within one year
What expenses are eligible under Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request?
Medical travel for necessary health services
Emergency medical transport
Travel for approved escorts
Travel for traditional healer visits
Travel related to treatment for substance use disorders
Who can I contact for more information about the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at nihb-ssna@sac-isc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-232-7301.
Where is the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request available?
The Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request program is available across Canada.
Is the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request?
Medical Transportation Client Reimbursement Request is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)