New Brunswick Drug Plan: Complete Guide
Last reviewed 2026-10-14
The New Brunswick Drug Plan is a provincial prescription plan for residents without private drug coverage, or whose private plan has an annual or lifetime maximum they've reached.
Who can enrol
- New Brunswick residents with a valid Medicare card.
- People without drug coverage, or who've hit their private plan maximum.
- Some people with specific conditions have separate programs.
Premiums and co-pays
Premiums and co-payments are based on gross household income. Lower-income households pay lower or no premiums. The co-pay is a percentage of each prescription up to a maximum per prescription.
What's covered
Drugs listed on the New Brunswick Drug Plans Formulary, with some requiring special authorization.
How to apply
- Apply online or with a paper form.
- Have income information and Medicare numbers for all household members ready.
Frequently asked questions
Is the NB Drug Plan free?
Not for most people. Premiums and co-pays depend on income.
Can seniors enrol?
Seniors usually have separate programs; check with the province.
Official sources
This guide is general information, not medical or financial advice. Program rules and amounts change — confirm with the official source or your pharmacist.