PrEP for HIV in British Columbia
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How to get PrEP in British Columbia
With Freddie: 3 steps
With other providers: 10+ steps
Short questionnaire and phone call
Answer a few questions and book a free consult with a Freddie clinician (20-30 minutes)
Complete your lab work
Get some basic tests at your nearest lab so we can determine if PrEP is safe for you (it is for the vast majority of people!).
We'll help you figure out your testing site options.
Get your prescription
Your results are reviewed by your Freddie clinician. If HIV PrEP is safe for you, your prescription will be delivered confidentially to your door!
Have private insurance? We make PrEP easy.
Freddie makes HIV prevention medication easy by offering online care, insurance navigation, and free discreet delivery.
Consultations are free and most patients with private insurance pay $0 for their PrEP & delivery.
Cost and price of PrEP in British Columbia
The cost of PrEP depends on your age and insurance coverage.
Luckily, Freddie has financial assistance programs to help patients access free or lower cost PrEP.
For an instant estimate of what PrEP would cost you, please pick the description that best matches your status below.
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Patients that meet eligibility requirements can get PrEP for free by physically visiting a GP or clinician approved by The BC Centre for Excellence.
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Most Freddie patients with private insurance get Descovy, the newest form of PrEP with fewer side effects, for free.
Plus private insurance patients have exclusive access to online care and free, discreet delivery through Freddie.
Book a free consult with us and we'll help you get PrEP for as cost-affordable as possible!
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Most Freddie patients with private insurance get the newest form of PrEP with fewer side effects for free.
Because you have private insurance, you also have exclusive access to online care and free, discreet delivery through Freddie.
Book a free consult with us and we'll walk you through the PrEP process!
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First Nations individuals and Inuit may access PrEP at no cost through the federal Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program.
PrEP is covered under NIHB even if a designated PrEP prescriber does not issue the prescription.
We recommend getting in contact with The BC Centre for Excellence for getting on PrEP.
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The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) covers certain healthcare benefits (including PrEP) for resettled refugees, refugee claimants, and certain other groups until they become eligible for provincial or territorial health insurance.
We recommend getting in contact with The BC Centre for Excellence for getting on PrEP.
For a more in-depth look, take our one-minute questionnaire now and
book a free consultation with one of our LGBTQ2S+ inclusive clinicians today.
Financial assistance and insurance support with Freddie
In addition to helping you navigate public and private insurance, Freddie offers financial assistance programs to make PrEP as affordable as possible in three ways:
Other financial assistance programs
This program provides benefits for First Nations registered under the Indian Act and Inuit who are recognized by an Inuit land claim organization.
You can read more about this program here.
This program provides benefits for First Nations registered under the Indian Act and Inuit who are recognized by an Inuit land claim organization.
You can read more about this program here.
This program covers certain healthcare benefits for resettled refugees, refugee claimants, and certain other groups until they become eligible for provincial or territorial health insurance.
You can read more about this program's eligibility here.
This program covers anyone that has a Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) health card.
You can read more about this program here.
Worried about the cost of PrEP stopping you? Our clinicians are here to help you get PrEP for free or as cost-affordable as possible. Book a free consultation today and we'll answer all of your questions.
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Sexual health clinics in British Columbia that offer PrEP [Alternatives to Freddie]
Due to provincial regulations and funding limitations, Freddie is not able to offer PrEP to BC patients without private insurance at this time.
We’re committed to reducing the transmission of HIV, even if it’s not through us!
Patients without private insurance will need to visit one of the clinics through The BC Centre for Excellence (clinics listed below) to access PrEP in British Columbia.
If you get PrEP through public insurance, you'll have:
- An in-person visit to a GP or clinician for your initial consult.
- An in-person visit to a local lab for testing.
- An in-person visit to your GP/clinician, or Centre for Excellence-approved pharmacy.
Patients with private insurance can skip the wait and book an online PrEP appointment now.
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It can be hard to talk about your sexual health. At Freddie, our inclusive clinicians “get” LGBTQ2S+ health. No judgement, no hassle.
Choice & convenience
Freddie makes the newest form of PrEP more accessible for those who want it.Plus patients with private insurance can skip the doctor visit and attend their appointment from the comfort of home.
Quick, discreet delivery
All delivered prescriptions come in unmarked packages, so you do not need to worry about nosy neighbours or roommates.
Or you can pick-up from a local pharmacy.
Get the sexual healthcare you deserve
No one should be made to feel uncomfortable about their sexual health.
Our medical staff provides affirming and evidence-driven care, without judgement.
Additional questions you may have
Yes, PrEP is free for most British Columbia residents that have public or private insurance.
Yes, PrEP is available for prescription in Canada. Here are the guidelines for prescribing PrEP and PEP.
You have two options for accessing PrEP in BC.
Patients without private insurance will need to visit one of the clinics through The BC Centre for Excellence.
Patients with private insurance can likely get their PrEP for free and online through Freddie. All you need to do is book a free virtual PrEP consultation and we’ll walk you through the rest of the steps.
In order to qualify for PrEP, you must:
- Display a high risk for acquiring HIV, based on provincial guidelines.
- Be HIV negative.
- Be able to healthily tolerate the medication.
- Receive a prescription from a medical professional licensed in your province.
- Consistently participate in standard testing to re-confirm your HIV status and medication tolerance.
No, you cannot access PrEP over the counter. You must have a prescription in order to access PrEP.
PrEP reduces HIV risk by 99% when taken as prescribed, but it does not prevent other STIs.
Condoms, when used consistently and correctly, prevent the transmission of HIV by 98%.
It is recommended to use both PrEP and condoms for maximum protection.
With provincial or private insurance, PrEP is usually $0 per month.
Without insurance, the monthly cost of PrEP is around $250.
If you meet the clinical criteria for PrEP, based on your HIV risk, you can get PrEP through:
Public insurance in BC - you can physically visit a local clinic to obtain PrEP for $0.
Private insurance in BC - you can skip the waiting room and get your PrEP virtually through Freddie. Most Freddie patients get the newest version of PrEP with fewer side effects for free.
For those without insurance, there are additional financial aid programs through which PrEP can be obtained for free.
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