LMIA FinderHealthcare in Yukon
Complete guide to Yukon Health Care Insurance Plan — coverage, registration, prescription programs, and finding a doctor.
Health Plan
Yukon Health Care Insurance Plan
Waiting Period
None
Registration Office
Health and Social Services Yukon
Telehealth
811
811
How to Register
Steps to get your Yukon health card
Visit the Health and Social Services Yukon 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: Health and Social Services Yukon
- ✓Find a Doctor: Yukon Health Centres
Coverage Details
✓What's Covered
- ✓Doctor visits
- ✓Hospital stays
- ✓Lab tests
- ✓X-rays
- ✓Surgery
- ✓Maternity care
- ✓Some chiropractic
- ✓Some physiotherapy
✗What's NOT Covered
- ✗Dental
- ✗Vision hardware
- ✗Most prescriptions
- ✗Some specialist care
Prescription Drug Coverage
How Yukon handles prescription medication costs
Yukon Prescription Program
Yukon Pharmacare — income-based drug coverage.
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 Yukon
Doctor Registry
Register with Yukon 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 Yukon
Small population, limited specialists. May need travel to Vancouver for complex care.
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