Ministry of Health

Health Insurance BC, Fair PharmaCare Plan

Record #: KNA1715
Last Modified: 07 Aug 2019
Last Full Update: 23 Mar 2018

Contact Information

Mailing Address c/o Fair PharmaCare Administration 
PO Box 9655 
Stn Prov Govt 
Victoria, BC V8W 9P2
Toll Free Phone 1.800.663.7100
Website www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/health-drug-coverage/pharmacare-for-bc-residents/who-we-cover/fair-pharmacare-plan

Description & Services

Service Details - Provides financial assistance for prescription drugs to families and individuals with low-income 
- Pharmacare begins assisting with the eligible costs after the deductible is reached 
- British Columbians with the lowest incomes do not need to meet a deductible and receive immediate assistance
Hours Mon-Fri: 8:00am - 8:00pm 
Sat: 8:00am - 4:00pm 
Note: unavailable statutory holidays
Eligibility Have a valid BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) coverage and have filed an income tax return for the relevant taxation year (that is, two years ago)
How to Apply - Coverage begins immediately if you register by phone or online 
- There is no charge for registering and there are no premiums to pay

Location

Located In Community British Columbia

Other Details

Languages English