Healthy Smiles, Clear Vision is New Brunswick’s dental and vision plan for children of low-income families. As a newcomer we believe 1st year (or 2nd) most of newcomer will be falling into law income families ( We wish you dont but if you do this is a very helpful information)
To be eligible you must:
- Live in New Brunswick
- Have dependent child(ren) aged 18 years old or younger
- Not have dental and vision coverage through any other government program or private insurance plan
- Have a family net income level not exceeding the following amounts based on the previous year’s New Brunswick Income Tax return(s) or Notice of Assessment(s):
| Family Size | Income |
|---|---|
| 2 people | $26,928 |
| 3 people | $32,980 |
| 4 people | $38,082 |
| 5 people | $42,577 |
| 6 people | $46,641 |
| 7 people | $50,378 |
| 8 people | $53,856 |
This plan will provide the necessary coverage for specified dental and vision benefits as follows:
- Dental: The dental program will cover basic items, such as regular exams, X-rays and extractions, with some focus on preventative treatments such as sealants and fluoride treatments.
- Vision: The vision program will cover basic items such as yearly exam, lenses and frames.
So While you are struggling to find a job or settling down , we recommend you to enroll for this program for your kids.
https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/social_development/promos/healthy_smiles_clear_vision.html
