Prescription Drug Coverage

Emergency Assistance for Prescription Drugs

This program makes available a limited supply of select, necessary prescription drugs to eligible residents who require immediate treatment and are unable to cover their share of the costs.

Supplementary Health Program

This program pays for certain health services and products for low-income individuals.

Seniors' Drug Plan

Under the Seniors' Drug Plan, eligible seniors 65 years and older will pay only $20 per prescription for drugs listed on the Saskatchewan Formulary and those approved under Exception Drug Status.

Additional Information

Seniors who are covered under federal government programs, such as the federal Non-Insured Health Benefits Program or Veterans Affairs are not eligible for the Seniors' Drug Plan.

Family Health Benefits

Health benefits for low income families are offered through this program and help families pay for several children's health services, plus some services for adult family members.

Drug Plan and Extended Benefits

This program provides benefits to the eligible Saskatchewan population by promoting cost-effective drug therapy and extended benefits, subsidizing qualifying residents and supporting the use of a claims database.

Children's Drug Plan

This plan is available to all Saskatchewan children and ensure families will pay only a small fee for drugs listed on the Saskatchewan Formulary and those approved under Exception Drug Status.

Special Support Program

This program provides financial assistance to eligible low- and moderate-income persons with high prescription drug costs.

Additional Information

• Applicants must apply for the program each year and proof of income must be included with the application.

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.