Yukon pharmacare deal to cover contraceptives, diabetes meds at little or no cost
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This article was published 20/03/2025 (371 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
WHITEHORSE – The Yukon and federal governments have announced a $9.5-million pharmacare agreement over four years, giving universal access to contraceptive and diabetes medications for the territory’s residents.
A joint news release says the agreement will support reproductive freedom for up to 12,000 Yukoners and make sure that over 3,000 residents with diabetes can access essential medications at little or no cost.
Yukon Health Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee and federal Health Minister Kamal Khera made the announcement on Thursday.
McPhee says the health system becomes more inclusive and equitable when ensuring those with diabetes can get essential medicine and supplies, and people wanting contraceptives don’t have financial barriers.
The statement says no one should have to chose between paying for their medicine and buying groceries.
The Pharmacare Act received Royal assent in October last year and immediately came into force. Since then, Manitoba, B.C. and Prince Edward Island have also reached similar agreements.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 20, 2025.