provincial · Prince Edward Island
PEI Pharmacare suite
PEI runs ~25 targeted public drug programs rather than a universal plan; coverage depends on age, income, or medical condition. The most relevant:
- Verified Aug 22, 2026
- provincial program · Prince Edward Island
Health costs
At a glance
- Worth:
- Generic $19.95 cap · Catastrophic caps
- Who:
- PEI runs ~25 targeted public drug programs rather than a universal plan; coverage depends on age, income, or medical condition. The most relevant:
- Apply:
- Official program page
What it could be worth
Amount
Generic $19.95 cap · Catastrophic caps
How it benefits you
- PEI runs ~25 targeted public drug programs rather than a universal plan; coverage depends on age, income, or medical condition. The most relevant:
What you need to qualify or apply
Eligibility
- PEI runs ~25 targeted public drug programs rather than a universal plan; coverage depends on age, income, or medical condition. The most relevant:
How to apply
- Seniors' Drug Program — approved medications for Islanders 65+
- Generic Drug Program — Islanders under 65 without private insurance; out-of-pocket cost for eligible generic drugs capped at $19.95 per prescription
- Catastrophic Drug Program — caps annual out-of-pocket costs for formulary drugs at a set percentage of household income, from 3% (income ≤ $20,000) up to 6.5% (income ≥ $150,000); program year runs July 1–June 30, reapply annually, and caps are pro-rated if you apply mid-year (e.
Read more from the official source
Amounts & rules verified Aug 22, 2026
Amounts and rules can change — always confirm on the official source before applying.
This page is general information, not a CRA or provincial determination — amounts and rules can change. Not sure where you stand? The free benefits check walks you through it, or a Registered Social Worker can review your full situation.