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Credit Card Travel Insurance Explained
9 min read•Updated February 2026
Many Canadian credit cards include travel insurance, potentially saving you hundreds on standalone policies. But coverage varies dramatically. Here's what you need to know before your next trip.
📌 Key Takeaways
- ✓Emergency medical is the most important coverage
- ✓Most coverage requires paying for the trip with your card
- ✓Age 65+ often means reduced coverage
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