HOPE Pharmacy

04/02/2026

Dear clients the store will be closed this Friday April 3rd. Happy Easter!

03/21/2026

Looking for a local plumber today plz

03/21/2026

💊 What Does BC PharmaCare Cover? (2026 Update)

Many people in British Columbia don’t realize how much help they can get with medication costs. Here’s a simple breakdown 👇

🏥 1. Fair PharmaCare (Plan I)
Income-based coverage
Helps with most prescription medications
You pay until you reach a deductible → then PharmaCare pays more

🧠 2. Plan G (Psychiatric Medications Plan)
Covers mental health medications at 100%
For patients with financial need
Requires prescriber enrollment

💉 3. Plan Z (Assurance Plan)
100% free coverage for specific medications:
Opioid addiction treatment (methadone, Suboxone)
Medical abortion
MAiD medications
Some infectious disease treatments

🇨🇦 4. National Pharmacare (Plan NP) – NEW

Now covering key medications FREE for all BC residents:

🌸 Menopause Hormone Therapy
Estrogen patches, gels, vaginal estrogen, progesterone
No application, no copay
🩺 Diabetes Medications
Insulin
Metformin
Gliclazide
Empagliflozin (Jardiance)
Some drugs may still need Special Authority
⚠️ Important Tips
✅ Many medications are now $0 cost
❗ Some drugs require Special Authority approval
❗ Brand-name drugs may cost more if a generic exists
❗ Not all medications are covered — always check
👩‍⚕️ Need help?

Your pharmacist can:
✔ Check your coverage
✔ Suggest fully covered alternatives
✔ Help reduce your medication costs

💬 Ask us anytime — we’re here to help you save on your medications!

03/17/2026

03/02/2026

📢 BIG NEWS for Our Community – National Pharmacare Has Arrived!

As of March 1, 2026, the new National Pharmacare Plan (Plan NP) is now active in British Columbia — making essential medications more accessible than ever 💙

✅ Who is eligible?
All B.C. residents enrolled in MSP are automatically covered.
➡️ No application required
➡️ Coverage is processed directly at the pharmacy through PharmaNet 

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💊 What is NOW 100% Covered?

Plan NP provides full (first-dollar) coverage for:

✔️ Select Diabetes Medications
✔️ Insulin (now price-regulated)
✔️ Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT)
✔️ Contraceptives

This means:
👉 No deductibles
👉 No co-pays
👉 No dispensing fees for covered medications 

Pharmacies cannot charge for the drug OR the dispensing service when it is fully covered. 

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⚠️ Important Details

• Some diabetes medications may still require Special Authority
➜ Once approved → they are fully covered 

• MHT and contraceptives do NOT require Special Authority 

• Some drugs may be partially covered under the Low Cost Alternative (LCA) policy
➜ Choosing a fully covered option avoids extra cost 

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💉 Coming April 1, 2026

Expanded coverage will include more:

✔️ Diabetes devices
✔️ Monitoring supplies
✔️ Insulin delivery supports 

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💡 Extra Good News

• Coverage applies regardless of age, income, or private insurance status 
• Plan NP prescriptions do NOT count toward Fair PharmaCare deductibles
• Federal funding is helping make this universal access possible 
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At Hope Pharmacy, we are proud to help you:

✔️ Understand your new benefits
✔️ Switch to fully covered medications when possible
✔️ Reduce out-of-pocket costs

Better access. Better care. Proud to serve our community.

03/01/2026

Proud to serve Hope for 14 years ❤️

HOPE Pharmacy remains committed to beating prices whenever possible & are excited to share that new products & front store improvements are coming soon with our expanded team.

We’re also happy to now offer a Senior Discount to better support our community.

Stay tuned for the new style — and thank you for your continued support!
Ohana

12/18/2025

For the past 13 years, Christmas at Hope Pharmacy has meant more than decorations or gifts. It has always been about people, compassion, and our community.

Each year, we try to mark this season in a meaningful way. In previous years, we’ve held draws for large gifts like TVs. This year, we chose something closer to the true spirit of Christmas — ensuring that no one in our community goes without a warm Christmas meal.

Starting Monday, we will be offering frozen TURKEYS.

If you or your family are unable to afford one, please put your name down. You will receive your turkey the next day, with dignity, respect, and no questions asked.

Thank you to our wonderful community for your continued trust and loyalty throughout the years.
From all of us at Hope Pharmacy, we wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and a season filled with warmth, hope, and kindness ❤️🎄

PLEASE SHARE SO IT REACHES OUR WHOLE COMMUNITY 👋🏻

12/14/2025

We’re Hiring: Pharmacy Assistant

Looking for a stable career where you genuinely help people every day?
Join our pharmacy team as a Pharmacy Assistant.

Why this role is rewarding
• Make a real difference in patients’ lives
• Gain hands-on healthcare experience
• Strong career path with growth opportunities
• Learn valuable skills in medications, customer care, and teamwork

Important to know (the honest part)
• Fast-paced environment with busy days
• Standing for long periods and multitasking
• Dealing with stressed or unwell patients at times
• Accuracy and responsibility are critical—mistakes are not an option

If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and care about helping others—even on challenging days—this could be a great long-term career for you.
APPLY TODAY - MESSAGE US NOW !