Blue Cross Connect – Member Newsletter
We’re pleased to share the July edition of the Medavie Blue Cross member newsletter.
This issue features practical steps to help you take control of your everyday physical health, a spotlight on personalized lab testing and care plans available through Phzio and a simple travel readiness checklist to review before your next trip. It also highlights exactly how to maximize your health coverage and get up to 100 per cent of eligible claims reimbursed through the coordination of benefits.
Thank you for your feedback
Thank you to everyone who recently took the time to participate in our broker survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable and plays an important role in helping us enhance our tools, processes, and overall experience.
We’re pleased to announce that the winner of the $500 Visa gift card is Tammy May. Congratulations!
We appreciate your continued partnership and the insights you share, they help shape the improvements that matter most to you and your clients.
New Provider - LegalWills
Medavie Blue Cross members can access LegalWills through Connected Care on the Member Service Site or mobile app.
LegalWills is an easy, affordable way to create essential estate planning documents, including a will, power of attorney, and health care directive.
It helps you clearly document your wishes, so your assets are distributed as intended and your loved ones face less stress and confusion. Designed for a wide range of family situations, all documents are lawyer-reviewed and tailored to your province.
Why Choose LegalWills
- Easy-to-use, step-by-step online experience
- Secure and convenient
- Designed for everyday Canadians
- Helpful member tools, including a probate calculator and FAQs
- Real-time support through live chat and an education centre
- Optional fee-based services, such as document storage and asset records
What You Receive
- The Premium Package, including a will, power of attorney, and health care directive
- 10 years of free, unlimited updates, including changes to guardians, executors, and asset distribution
Medavie Blue Cross member rates:
- $117.00 for one person
- $179.00 for two (couple)
Reminder - 2026 Broker Workshops registrations
Complete your registration to the individual insurance 2026 Broker Workshop today and join us for a focused morning featuring key updates, a look at new products and highlights from our expanding connected care and digital wellness solutions, followed by an expert panel on timely benefits trends and challenges.
Gain valuable knowledge and fresh perspectives on what’s top of mind in today’s ever-evolving consumer health insurance landscape. Click on the link below to register for the event in your area.
September 23, 2026
Delta Hotels St. John's Conference Centre
120 New Gower St, St. John's, NL A1C 6K4
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October 7, 2026
Delta Hotel & Conference Centre
750 Main Street, Moncton, NB E1C 1E6
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October 20, 2026
Delta Hotels Dartmouth
240 Brownlow Ave, Dartmouth, NS B3B 1X6
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New FAQ - Generic Semaglutide in Canada
With the recent approval of generic semaglutide in Canada, you may begin to see more questions from clients regarding Ozempic coverage and substitution. To support your discussions, we’ve prepared a short FAQ outlining what’s changing, what remains the same, and how members may be impacted.
Enhanced Security for Members
We’ve implemented a series of enhancements to strengthen security and privacy across the Member Services Site and Blue Cross mobile app. These updates include two-step verification for added protection, stronger password requirements aligned with industry best practices, and enhanced privacy measures to better safeguard sensitive member information.
These improvements are designed to provide a seamless experience for members, helping you feel confident in recommending and supporting our digital tools.
Mid-Year Message From Medavie Blue Cross
As we reach the mid-point of 2026, thank you for your continued partnership and for the trusted advice you provide to clients across Atlantic Canada.
The operating environment remains dynamic. Canada’s economy has shown resilience, but growth is expected to remain modest as households continue to face affordability pressures, uncertainty, and evolving trade conditions.
Regulatory expectations also continue to rise, including recent enhancements to Canada’s anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing framework, reinforcing the importance of strong client identification, documentation, and risk-based compliance practices.
In this environment, your role is especially important. Clients are looking for guidance, value, and trusted advice as they consider how health insurance fits within their broader financial protection plan.
At Medavie Blue Cross, we remain committed to supporting you with competitive health insurance solutions, enhanced wellness offerings, administrative enhancements, and practical tools to help you have meaningful client conversations.
As we move into the second half of the year, we encourage you to check in with clients about changing needs, coverage gaps, and the value of health insurance as part of a well-rounded protection strategy.
Thank you for your continued trust and partnership. We look forward to building on this momentum together and will have more to share during our advisor workshops in the fall.
Enjoy your summer.
Medavie Blue Cross Consumer Insurance Partnerships team