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Facing a cancer diagnosis in Canada? Discover the key differences between critical illness and life insurance to protect your family’s financial future. Learn how critical illness insurance provides a tax-free lump-sum payment for treatment costs and living expenses, while life insurance secures your loved ones with a death benefit. Compare costs, explore options for cancer survivors, and make an informed choice with our expert guide.

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