PrEP is available for no cost through the government’s publicly funded PrEP program administered by Alberta Blue Cross. To access PrEP for no charge under this program, an individual must:

By choosing to get PrEP through Freddie, patients gain free access to virtual appointments & discreet delivery.

Due to provincial regulations, Freddie can only serve BC patients with private insurance at this time.

With private insurance: Most patients with private insurance can get PrEP free from Freddie. Plus, you have the added benefit of gaining access to online care & discreet delivery.

With public insurance: PrEP in Manitoba is not covered by provincial assistance programs. Individuals who fit eligibility requirements for certain federal programs may be able to get the price of PrEP covered. Without any additional coverage, costs can be around $250,

‍With private insurance: Most patients with private insurance can get PrEP free from Freddie.

With OHIP, 24 years old and younger: $0

With OHIP, 25 years old and older, no private insurance: $150 per month.

No insurance: Same as above

With OHIP, 25 years old and older, with private insurance: $0; Most plans cover 80% of the cost, so insurance covers $200, and the patient pays $50. However, Freddie’s financial assistance programs lower the $50 cost to $0.

Without OHIP, with private insurance: Same as above.

In Ontario, the price of PrEP is covered for some residents automatically. For others, several other options are available to assist with the cost of PrEP for individuals without private insurance.

Ontario residents 24 years and younger are fully covered by OHIP+ as long as they are not on a private insurance plan. Anyone in this category can rest assured that they do not have to enroll or register to access OHIP+ coverage and will get PrEP for free. If they are 24 and under and on a private insurance plan, they can get PrEP for free through a mix of their private insurance coverage and Freddie’s financial assistance programs.

For Ontarians 65 years and older, coverage is offered under the Ontario Drug Benefit plan (ODB). Enrolment in ODB is automatic, and coverage begins on the first day of the month after turning 65 years old.

Residents of Ontario between and including 25 and 64 years of age may be covered under a private insurance plan through their employer or educational institution. For those who fit this age group and don’t have private insurance, there are a few different governmental options to consider before purchasing an individual private insurance plan.

Provincial aid is offered through Service Ontario for Ontarians with continuous or recurrent impairment or disability under the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). Under ODSP, a benefit member is eligible for drug coverage if income support is being paid on their behalf.

For Ontarians in temporary financial need, Ontario Works may be an option that provides support with health benefits and financial assistance for housing, food, and other living costs.

The Trillium Drug Program (TDP) is a government-run program that assists Ontarians 25-64 years old who are responsible for paying out-of-pocket for high-cost, recurring prescriptions. TDP will help cover prescription drug costs for all eligible household members. Though an application process is required, annual enrollment is automatic.

Our team has worked with 1000’s of Ontario patients. Book a free consultation now, and we’ll help you navigate insurance and financial assistance programs to find PrEP for $0 or as low-cost as possible.

For residents of Saskatchewan, PrEP is fully covered by the provincial government for individuals who are at a higher risk of coming in contact with HIV. During your initial consultation, your clinician will go through the criteria with you and determine your level of risk.

If you meet the criteria and have a valid Saskatchewan Health Card, PrEP will be available to you at no cost.

By choosing to get PrEP through Freddie, patients gain free access to virtual appointments & discreet delivery.

PrEP may be covered under plans available to seniors, uninsured individuals, and social assistance programs, but co-pays may be required.

PrEP coverage is available through the provincial drug program, and some co-pays are defined by the program’s eligibility criteria.

The Northwest Territories provides universal coverage with no clinical criteria for PrEP.

PrEP in Nova Scotia can be covered through exception status via the Nova Scotia Family Pharmacare Program and requires enrolment in the Nova Scotia Family Pharmacare Program. Co-pays are defined by the family’s size and annual income.

Nunavut provides universal coverage through Extended Health Benefits for eligible Nunavut residents with a valid Nunavut Health Care card.

PrEP in Prince Edward Island is provided at no charge if approved by the chief public health office.

The cost of PrEP differs based on whether you have public health coverage through RAMQ or private insurance.

With private insurance: The cost of PrEP has historically been ~$50 per month (but it depends on the policy).

The Government of Yukon fully covers PrEP.