Group Life
Introduction
You and your family deserve the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have financial protection in the event of death or a serious accident. That’s why the Manitoba Public School Employees Group Life Insurance Plan offers employees a flexible, affordable group life insurance plan. The plan lets you tailor your insurance program to your individual circumstances.
Coverage under the Group Life Insurance benefit is mandatory for all eligible employees hired in your school division or district. Should you need more insurance than that provided by the mandatory benefit, you may increase your Group Life Insurance coverage, provided you meet the requirements of the plan at the time the increase is applied for. As well, you may also choose to add Family Life and/or Accident Insurance to ensure you have the coverage you need for yourself and your family.
Contact your employer to explore the various insurance options open to you.
Effective September 1, 2025 – Higher coverage for Accident Insurance with no change in cost!
- The value of an Accident Insurance unit is $20,000 (up from $18,000)
- Maximum Accident Insurance coverage is 20 units – maximum $400,000 (up from $360,000)
Note: Every September, you have the opportunity to add Accident Insurance for yourself or your dependents, or increase your number of Accident Insurance units. You can also do this within 90 days of a life event or when approved for other benefits. For example, $100,000 of Accident Insurance will cost you $2.50/month before tax ($3.75/month to include your eligible dependents)!
Contact your payroll administrator for an application form. Your new coverage will begin on the date your application is received by your administrator. You must submit your application on or before September 30, 2025.
Booklets
Personal Affairs Record
Complete the Personal Affairs Record (English/French) if you would like to record all important documents for your family.
Extra coverage available with Freedom to ChooseTM
Active members under age 65 can purchase extra Life, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance. You’ll pay lower rates than similar individual products and keep your coverage even if you leave your group benefits plan.
Will and estate planning with Canada Life
Click here for details to create a will and power of attorney documents online with Canada Life, receive free executor support, build an estate plan, or manage a loved one’s estate.