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The Prince Edward Island Generic Drug Program is for Islanders under the age of 65 who do not have insurance. The program limits out-of-pocket costs for eligible generic prescription drugs to a maximum cost of $19.95. Am I eligible for the Generic Drug Program? You are eligible for the program if you: have no private drug insurance coverage; are under 65 years of age; are a PEI resident as defined by the Drug Cost Assistance Act; have a valid PEI Health Card; and have completed an application and have been approved for coverage. How can I apply for the program? You can apply for the Generic...

If you do not have a family doctor or nurse practitioner (primary care provider), you may be able to see one online through the PEI Unaffiliated Virtual Care Program. This program provides free access to doctors through an online health care platform called Maple. You will need a computer, smartphone, or tablet to use this service. You are not eligible for this program if you have a family doctor or nurse practitioner. How to sign up | How to use Maple | Get help How to sign up 1. Join the Provincial Patient Registry The Provincial Patient Registry is a wait list to get a regular family doctor...

The fecal immunochemical test (FIT) is a safe and painless at-home colorectal cancer screening test that checks for tiny amounts of blood in the stool (poop) that you cannot see. This blood could be caused by polyps, abnormal growths in the colon or rectum, that can turn into cancer over time. There are often no warning signs. Finding and removing polyps early increases your chance of preventing colorectal cancer or detecting it early when it is most treatable. Do I qualify for home screening using a FIT Kit? You should do a fecal immunochemical test (FIT) every two years if: You are between...

This page provides information on how to renew your PEI Health Card. When should I renew my Health Card? Your PEI Health Card is valid for five years from the date it is issued. You must renew your card(s) before the expiry date to ensure your coverage for publicly-funded medical services continues without interruption. Medicare will mail you a reminder letter with a paper renewal form about two months before all cards registered to your household expire. You need this letter before you can renew your Health Card. To report a change in your address or in the members of your household before...

This page provides information on how to renew your Temporary PEI Health Card for international students and work permit holders. The PEI Health Card issued to international students is valid for the duration of their study permit. The PEI Health Card issued to temporary workers is valid until the work permit expires. If you were issued a Temporary Health Card and have received your permanent resident status, you must renew your temporary health card as a “New Permanent Resident” using this online form. Your existing health card number will be transferred to a health card valid for five years...

The Making the Connection Conference 2025 is Wednesday, October 29 and Thursday October 30, 2025 at the Rodd Royalty in Charlottetown PEI. This is an educational opportunity for individuals working to improve care of older adults in long-term care sponsored by the Department of Health and Wellness, Health PEI and the Nursing Home Association of Prince Edward Island. This year’s program will include interactive presentations on several important topics in long term care homes: Caring for residents with behavioral and psychosocial symptoms of dementia Balancing autonomy, rights and safety Ageism...