One of the things I’ve heard too often from families is that needed prescriptions were going unfilled because Fair PharmaCare deductibles were too high. That’s why I’m proud that our government has made the first ever changes to Fair PharaCare deductibles and co-payments since the program was created 15 years ago!
This is a long-overdue step that
will improve the lives and health of folks in Saanich South, and BCers across
the province. We’re investing $105 million so that households earning up to
$30,000 in net income no longer have a deductible, and households earning under
$45,000 now have a lowered deductible as well. Deductibles are also completely
eliminated for seniors born before 1940 with an annual net income up to
$14,000.
Frankly, no one should have to make
the decision between their family’s health and putting food on the table or buying
school supplies. With these new changes families will save more throughout the
year, so that they can focus on the things that really matter.
To learn more about Fair PharmaCare
– including the enrollment process, which is super easy! – visit the
following link: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/health-drug-coverage/pharmacare-for-bc-residents/who-we-cover/fair-pharmacare-plan
