Canada does not have a drug coverage program, resulting in drug costs being paid by patients themselves, or through a combination private and public drug insurance plans. However, those who have insurance may even have difficulty obtaining medications, as most insurance plans require payments from patients, posing a barrier to accessing needed medications. While provincial governments cover most drug costs for seniors and those receiving social assistance, the provincial government fails to provide drug coverage for people who do not receive the same benefits, which can lead to high rates of lack of desire and inability to refill their medications. prescription medications. Patients paying for their own prescription medications is a significant issue, which can negatively impact access to treatment for patients. It is clear that today's medical medications can play a major role in curing illnesses and helping manage chronic health problems for many people. Without better drug coverage systems, Canadians do not benefit from universal health coverage. examine the barriers caused by the lack of coverage for prescription drugs in Canada, such as financial difficulties for people who do not have coverage for their medications. The article will also examine journals and scholarly studies regarding the benefits that would result in reduced provincial government spending on health care, if the provincial government agreed to include prescription drug coverage in the Canadian Health Act. health care. Overall, extending the health care law to drugs will benefit both the provincial government and the citizens of Canada. Canada's healthcare coverage system is made up of thirteen independent healthcare organizations...... middle of paper ...... It is clear that the inclusion of drug coverage in our Healthcare Act Health is a multifaceted subject. There are many views and arguments as to why we should not include it in our healthcare system. However, throughout this article I highlight numerous reasons for the benefits of expanding the health care law to include drugs, which should push the provincial government to take a position at the policy table regarding drug use. drug insurance. However, there are multiple obstacles to overcoming these obstacles and trying to understand that if we can achieve a greater range of stability and a better quality of life for many people who need medication but cannot access it, this would both lead to the population being healthier and cause the provincial government of Canada to save thousands of dollars on its health care budget.