LMIA FinderHealthcare in Northwest Territories
Complete guide to NWT Health Care Plan — coverage, registration, prescription programs, and finding a doctor.
Health Plan
NWT Health Care Plan
Waiting Period
None
Registration Office
GNWT Health and Social Services
Telehealth
811
811
How to Register
Steps to get your Northwest Territories health card
Visit the GNWT Health and Social Services office or apply online.
Bring your passport, work/study permit or PR card, and proof of address.
Complete the application form and submit your documents.
Receive your health card by mail (some locations issue temporary cards on the spot).
Quick Facts
- ✓Waiting Period: None
- ✓Office: GNWT Health and Social Services
- ✓Find a Doctor: GNWT Health Centres
Coverage Details
✓What's Covered
- ✓Doctor visits
- ✓Hospital stays
- ✓Lab tests
- ✓X-rays
- ✓Surgery
- ✓Maternity care
- ✓Some dental
- ✓Some prescriptions
✗What's NOT Covered
- ✗Most dental
- ✗Vision hardware
- ✗Some specialist referrals (may need to travel south)
Prescription Drug Coverage
How Northwest Territories handles prescription medication costs
Northwest Territories Prescription Program
Extended Health Benefits — covers more than most provinces.
Most working-age adults need employer-provided insurance or a private plan for prescription drug coverage. Check if your employer offers extended health benefits.
Finding a Doctor
How to find a family doctor or healthcare provider in Northwest Territories
Doctor Registry
Register with GNWT Health Centres to be matched with a family doctor accepting new patients in your area.
Walk-in Clinics
While waiting for a family doctor, visit walk-in clinics for non-emergency care. No appointment needed — just bring your health card.
Telehealth
Call 811 at 811 for free health advice from registered nurses, 24/7.
Important Notes for Northwest Territories
More comprehensive coverage than southern provinces. May need medical travel to Edmonton for specialists.
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