In Canada, provincial governments are responsible for administering public drug benefits plans. These plans have certain eligibility criteria and specific policies related to drug coverage and reimbursement.
Each provincial program is independent, so access to medications, as well as devices and supplies, varies greatly across the country.
The following chart outlines the coverage available for diabetes medications in Canada by province and territory.
- Provincial/Territorial Formulary Listing (updated January 2024)
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