Prescription Drug Coverage

Fair Pharmacare

This program provides financial assistance to British Columbia residents for eligible prescription drugs and medical supplies.

To be eligible, you must also be receiving

• Medical Services Plan of British Columbia

Recipients of British Columbia Benefits (Plan C)

This plan provides 100 per cent coverage of eligible prescription costs for British Columbia residents receiving medical benefits and income assistance through the Ministry of Employment and Income Assistance.

BC Palliative Care Benefits Program

This program supports BC residents of any age who have reached the end stage of a life-threatening disease or illness and who wish to receive palliative care at home.

Children in the At Home Program (Plan F)

This program provides community-based, family-style care for severely handicapped children who would otherwise become reliant on institutional care. Children receiving full benefits or medical benefits through the program qualify for full coverage of eligible prescription drugs and designated medical supplies.

Cystic Fibrosis (Plan D)

Individuals with cystic fibrosis who are registered with a provincial cystic fibrosis clinic receive coverage of digestive enzymes and other products.

No-Charge Psychiatric Medication Plan (Plan G)

This plan (Plan G) is available to individuals of any age who are registered with a mental health service centre and who demonstrate clinical and financial need. The plan provides coverage of certain psychiatric medications. Individual patient eligibility is determined by the patient's physician and the local mental health service centre. Registration is required.

Permanent Residents of Licensed Long-Term Care Facilities (Plan B)

PharmaCare covers the full cost of eligible prescription drugs and designated medical supplies for permanent residents of licensed long-term care facilities in British Columbia.

Non-Insured Health Program (NIHB) for First Nations and Inuit

This program provides provides registered Indians and recognized Inuit and Innu with a wide range of health benefits.