FAIR PHARMACARE
After receiving your BC Services Card and enrolling to MSP, you might also be eligible for the Fair PharmaCare program.
Fair PharmaCare is an income-based program that helps BC families pay for eligible prescription drugs, medical supplies, and devices as well as for eligible pharmacy services. The enrollment is by family including you, your spouse, and children if any dependents.
Who is eligible?
Any B.C. residents with an active Medical Services Plan (MSP) Coverage can apply. Enrolment is per family, this will include your spouse and any dependents that are under the same MSP contract plan.
How to register for MSP?
1. Online - You can register online using this link here.
2. Phone - Call in to register over the phone at: 604-683-7151 (Vancouver & Lower Mainland) or 1-800-663-7100 (Rest of B.C.)
What you need to provide
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Personal Health Numbers for all family members (This is your PHN number that is provided after you enroll/register for MSP and is stated on either your B.C. Services Card or your Drivers License)
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Birth Date of all family members
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*Net income from two years ago (Line 23600 on your income tax returns), for new residents you will need to provide your estimated net income from the previous year. If married, you will need to state your spouse’s net income and include information regarding the income you made both within Canada and outside Canada.
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Amount of any Registered Disability Saving (if applicable)
Note 📝
*For new residents, you will not likely have a filed tax return in the system just yet so you will need to keep an eye out for a letter from BC Ministry of Health that will provide information on how to verify your income in order to register for Pharmacare.
Suggested Prompts
How does the income-based eligibility criteria of Fair PharmaCare impact your access to prescription drug coverage compared to other assistance programs?
In what ways might changes in a family’s income or household structure affect their eligibility or benefits under the Fair PharmaCare program?
How can new residents ensure they accurately report their income if they haven’t filed a tax return yet, and what resources are available to assist with this process?
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