Description A provincial initiative to reduce the cost of prescription medications by promoting the use of generic drugs instead of brand-name equivalents. Benefit Amount Amount may vary. Includes: Eligibility Criteria Application Process
Description Provides financial assistance for travel and accommodations when residents must travel for medically necessary services not available in their area. Benefit Amount Reimbursement for mileage, airfare, accommodations, and meals. Eligibility Criteria Application Process To determine if you and your escort are eligible for MTAP assistance, please refer to the MTAP webpage.
Description Vision care is not covered under MCP but may be supported through other programs for low-income individuals or children. Benefit Amount Eligibility Criteria Application Process
Description Provides funding for services such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and other therapies for eligible individuals. Benefit Amount Coverage varies based on need and available services. Eligibility Criteria Application Process
Description Offers financial assistance for eligible prescription medications to residents of Newfoundland and Labrador. Benefit Amount Coverage depends on the plan: Eligibility Criteria Varies by plan. Most require proof of income or medical condition. Application Process Each of the five plans have their own process for applying and receiving the benefits. Visit gov.nl.ca for full … Read more
Description Provides basic medical supplies and equipment to individuals living in the community who meet eligibility criteria. It supports daily living needs. Benefit Amount Coverage includes: Eligibility Criteria Often accessed through a referral from a health professional. Application Process
Description Funded by the GNWT Department of Health and Social Services, the Respite Program for Local Communities provides social respite service to families outside of Yellowknife who have children with special needs. The goal of a respite service is to provide safe, individualized, and flexible respite support to families and primary caregivers. It offers young … Read more
Description Medical travel benefits for eligible NWT residents with a valid referral who must travel outside of their home community in order to access necessary health services at the nearest center where the services are available. Benefit Amount Eligibility Criteria You may be eligible for medical travel services coordinated by NTHSSA if you: Coverage must … Read more
Description The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) offers Extended Health Benefits (EHB), a public benefits plan, which helps eligible residents with the cost of non-insured medical needs not covered by the NWT Health Care Plan. Benefit Amount Amounts vary. Eligibility Criteria For full details, visit: https://www.hss.gov.nt.ca/en/services/extended-health-benefits Application Process Complete the Extended Health Benefits Application form. Seniors … Read more
Description The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) sponsors the Métis Health Benefits program to provide eligible Indigenous Métis residents of the Northwest Territories access to a range of benefits not covered by hospital and medical care insurance. Through this program, NWT residents receive coverage for eligible prescription drugs, dental services, vision care, medical supplies and equipment. You … Read more