Uninsured patients’ reasons for their medically uninsured status: N = 45.
| REASON FOR UNINSURED STATUS | N (%) |
|---|---|
| Landed immigrant 3-month waiting period | 12 (27) |
| No permanent resident status in Canada (includes individuals in the process of applying for residency in Canada) | 10 (22) |
| Lost or expired health card | 7 (16) |
| Foreign visitor | 5 (11) |
| No reason provided | 11 (24) |