PrEP for HIV in Alberta
Get free PrEP prescribed online & delivered discreetly in Alberta.
No more awkward doctor visits or hassle. Welcome to Freddie.
PrEP Clinic in Ontario
Get PrEP prescribed online & delivered discreetly in Ontario.
No more awkward doctor visits or hassle. Welcome to Freddie.
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How to get PrEP in Alberta
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!
HIV prevention meds shouldn't be a hassle
Freddie makes HIV prevention medication easy by offering online care, financial assistance, and free discreet delivery.
Cost and price of PrEP in Alberta
The cost of PrEP in Ontario 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.
$0
PrEP in Alberta is $0 through the government’s publicly funded PrEP program.
Freddie will cover pharmacy co-pays and dispensing fees to make sure that $0 doesn't increase.
Book a free consult with us and we'll help you get PrEP for $0!
$0
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.
Freddie will cover pharmacy co-pays and dispensing fees to make sure that $0 doesn't increase.
Book a free consult with us and we'll help you get PrEP for $0!
$0
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.
Book a free consult with us and we'll help you get PrEP for $0!
$0 - $150
The total cost depends on your existing insurance coverage.
If you have an Alberta health card, PrEP is free.
Usually, without insurance coverage or financial aid, monthly PrEP can cost about $250.
Freddie will provide you with financial aid to help lower this cost.
During our free consultation with you, we’ll help you verify your insurance coverage and find a path in which your PrEP is as close to $0 as possible.
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:
While PrEP is free in Alberta for those with a valid health card, co-pays and dispensing fees can increase this price.
No one likes surprises in the form of additional costs.
With Freddie's unique financial aid, we make sure that $0 stays where it's supposed to.
Did you just move to Alberta and are waiting for your provincial coverage to kick in?
Getting coverage for PrEP can take a few months. We'll help you get on PrEP for free in the meantime.
Freddie provides three months of free PrEP for those who qualify, so you can be protected right away.
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 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.
See if you qualify for $0 PrEP
Most Freddie patients in Ontario get PrEP for free.
Let us help you make PrEP as affordable as possible.
Freddie is the #1 PrEP provider in Alberta
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Sexual health clinics in Alberta that offer PrEP [Alternatives to Freddie]
We’re committed to reducing the transmission of HIV, even if it’s not through us!We recommend you call ahead before visiting other clinics because:
- Their availability can change.
- Some clinics may not be accepting new patients.
- Some clinics may not accept you without a referral.
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Free or low cost PrEP
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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.
Free or low cost PrEP
With Freddie's unique financial assistance programs, the vast majority of patients in Alberta pay $0, including those who currently have insurance co-pays.
We'll work with you to find the lowest cost option
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 covered for those with a valid Alberta health card.
Freddie covers pharmacy co-pays & dispensing fees to make sure that $0 doesn't increase.
If you have a valid Alberta health card, PrEP is usually free. Though some people still do pay co-pays and dispensing fees. Freddie’s financial assistance brings this cost down to $0.
With private insurance, PrEP is usually free for about 85% of patients through Freddie.
Without public or private insurance, the cost of PrEP is usually $250 per month. Freddie’s financial assistance brings this cost down to about $150.
PrEP is free for individuals who have a valid Alberta health card and 85% of patients with private insurance.
No, you cannot get PrEP without confidentially disclosing your medical information.
Medical information shared with Freddie remains confidential and will not be shared with anyone without your permission.
If an HIV-positive case is found during testing, this information is legally required to be shared with the local health department.
Yes, online PrEP clinics are required to hold to the same standard as in-person clinics.
Online PrEP increases accessibility for individuals who live further from city centres. By reducing commute & wait times, PrEP is more attainable.
Freddie delivers PrEP in discreet packaging to your home! Though if you prefer, we can arrange for your prescription to be sent to a pharmacy of your choice to pick up privately.
Lab testing results and prescriptions are viewable to practitioners via a provincial-wide electronic medical record. If you have a family doctor, they can view this, though they would have to search through records to find it, which is not common practice.
If you use private insurance for a prescription with us and have other people listed on your private insurance, they may be able to see prescription receipts.
Please let your clinician know if you require discretion with your prescription, and we will accommodate to the best of our ability!
The quickest way to get PrEP immediately is to book a free virtual appointment with Freddie.
Our medical team is trained to work in LGBTQ2S+ health and has helped thousands of Canadian patients access PrEP for free.
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