Category: Alberta

Are Prescriptions Free In Alberta?

The Government of Alberta provides seniors with premium-free coverage for prescription drugs and other health-related services not covered under the AHCIP. Are prescriptions covered in Alberta? Albertans can access prescription drug coverage through a number of programs. Supports for individuals and families to pay for basic expenses like food, clothing and shelter. Learn about Non-Group […]

How Much Of My Taxes Go To Healthcare Alberta?

The cost of health care by family type In 2020/21, an estimated 28.8 percent of tax revenues (income) will be spent on health care (Statistics Canada, 2020a; CIHI, 2019; Fraser In- stitute, 2020; authors’ calculations). What percentage of tax money goes to healthcare? Health insurance: Four health insurance programs — Medicare, Medicaid, the Children’s Health […]

Does Alberta Health Care Cover Prescriptions?

For people who live in Alberta, the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) covers many things like doctor visits, medical tests and hospital stays. But it doesn’t cover all medical costs. That’s why it’s good to have additional health insurance to help pay for: Prescription drugs. Are medications covered in Alberta? Albertans can access prescription […]

Is Cataract Surgery Free In Alberta?

How much will it cost to have cataract surgery? Alberta Health pays the ophthalmologist, facility costs and the anesthetist. Alberta Health will also cover the cost of a standard lens implant but not premium lens implants. You will need to pay for your eye drops. Do you have to pay for cataract surgery in Alberta? […]

Do You Pay Gst In Alberta?

The current rates are: 5% (GST) in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Quebec, Saskatchewan, and Yukon. 13% (HST) in Ontario. Does Alberta pay GST and PST? Alberta is the only province in Canada without a provincial sales tax. Goods and services are charged only the federal 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST). Who […]

Do Buyers Pay Realtor Fees Alberta?

Typically, only the seller pays realtor fees, and the commissions are split between the seller’s and buyer’s realtors. Realtor fees in Alberta vary, and can be dependent on negotiations between the seller of a house and the realtor representing the seller’s home. Does buyer pay Realtor commission in Alberta? Alberta home buyers don’t usually pay […]