If you are living with diabetes or at risk of developing diabetes, the Provincial Diabetes Program can provide you with education, support and management advice.
What can the Provincial Diabetes Program do for me?
The Diabetes Program can offer you information and support on:
- Getting Started Classes – if you are new to diabetes
- ‘At Risk’ Classes – if you are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes or have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes
- Individual Assessment and Counseling – for people with diabetes of all ages
- Insulin Instruction – help if you are beginning insulin injections and how to adjust insulin doses
- Insulin pump assessment, education and ongoing support – for all ages
Will I need a referral?
Your family physician/nurse practitioner may refer you or you can call a Provincial Diabetes Program clinic in your area to make an appointment. You will need updated lab work to help you work with the diabetes team to determine if you are meeting your targets.
If you do not have a family physician/nurse practitioner, you may need to call Maple to ask for updated lab work and a referral to see the Diabetes Educator. Learn more about how to register with Maple.
How can I get help with my diabetes expenses?
The Diabetes Drug Program provides assistance with the cost of approved medications and supplies including insulin products, oral medications, urine-testing materials and blood glucose test strips.
The Insulin Pump Program provides assistance with the cost of approved insulin pumps and supplies for people who are living with type 1 diabetes.
Under the Glucose Sensor Program, eligible Islanders, who rely on an insulin pump or three or more daily injections of insulin to manage your diabetes can buy glucose sensors at a reduced cost at pharmacies on PEI
In partnership with the Government of Canada, effective May 1st, 2025, the National Pharmacare Program provides coverage for certain diabetes medications and contraceptives, and expands access to blood glucose test strips.
Where can I learn more about diabetes?
Videos from Diabetes Canada to support your learning:
Visit Diabetes Canada for basic diabetes management introductory videos.
Scan the QR code with your mobile device.
Extra Resources:
Visit Diabetes Canada's resource list for access to helpful handouts.
Scan the QR code with your mobile device.
Connect with Diabetes Canada for live Q&A sessions. You can ask any questions you may have.
Visit the link and register for a session that suits your schedule.
Scan the QR code with your mobile device.
How can I contact the Provincial Diabetes Program?
Souris & Montague Diabetes Program
Montague Health Centre
407 MacIntyre Avenue
Montague, PE C0A 1R0
Telephone: (902) 838-0787
Fax: (902) 838-0986
Queens Diabetes Education Centre
(Queens General Diabetes Referrals)
15 Brackley Point Road
Charlottetown, PE C1A 6Y1
Telephone: (902) 569-7562
Fax: (902) 368-6936
Queens Specialty Diabetes Program
(Insulin Pumps & Pregnancy Referrals)
161 St. Peter's Road
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8
Telephone: (902) 368-4959
Fax: (902) 894-0321
Pediatric and Young Adult Diabetes Program
15 Brackley Point Road
Charlottetown, PE C1A 6Y1
Telephone: (902) 569-7562
Fax: (902) 368-6936
East Prince Diabetes Program
516 MacEwan Road
Suite 106
Summerside, PE C1N 5K4
Telephone: (902) 724-5031
Fax: (902) 374-1656
West Prince Diabetes Program
O'Leary Health Centre
14 MacKinnon Drive
O'Leary, PE C0B 1V0
Telephone: (902) 726-1410
Fax: (902) 859-3922
For current information about diabetes, contact:
Diabetes Canada
PEI Regional Office
PO Box 188
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7K4
Telephone: (902) 894-3195
Toll-free: 1-800-884-4232
Fax: (902) 940-7166
Health PEI
PO Box 2000
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8
Phone: 902-368-6130
Fax: 902-368-6136
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department.
If you are unsure what to do about a health issue or if you need health information, call 8-1-1.
