Provincial Programs

The Chronic Disease and Disability Benefits Program though the Department of Health & Social Services provides benefits for Yukon residents who have a chronic disease or a serious functional disability – such as amputation, brain damage, intellectual disabilities and partial or complete paralysis. A physician or community health nurse must apply to the program. Diseases and Conditions covered include but are not limited to Crohn’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Spina Bifida and Ulcerative Colitis. You must not be eligible for other programs and if you have private insurance, you must use those benefits first.

For Information see Get help with costs if you have a chronic disease or disability | Government of Yukon

• For questions about the Chronic Disease and Disability Benefits Program, email Yukon.Healthcare@yukon.ca.

Workers Compensation

If you were injured at work and as a result need to use catheters for bladder management, Yukon Workers Safety and Compensation Board (YWSCB) should cover your catheter requirements. 

If you are purchasing catheters for the first time, you will require a prescription from your doctor. Send the prescription along with this completed letter to YWSCB for approval.

There may be a better catheter option for you.

1. Ask for samples of SpeediCath® catheters*. Simply click here "Free SpeediCath® Samples" to order.

2. Talk to your doctor - ask for a prescription for SpeediCath® catheters. SpeediCath® catheters are single use only so the prescription should be for the number of times you need to catheterize daily, typically 4-5 catheters per day (one for every time you need to empty your bladder).

3. Ask your doctor to complete and sign the Coloplast Intermittent Catheter Letter of Recommendation. Simply click on the letter on this page, download the letter and send it to your doctor. This letter outlines the issue(s) you are having and why you need to use SpeediCath®.

4. Submit the prescription and letter to YWSCB for approval.

5. Upon approval, take your prescription and go to one of the preferred YWSCB suppliers to purchase your catheters.

6. Ask your supplier to bill YWSCB directly.

*Limitations apply

Workers' Safety and Compensation Board (wcb.yk.ca)

Auto Insurance

If you sustained a catastrophic injury due to an auto accident, you may qualify for catheter coverage.

Settlements / lump sum payouts can take many years. During that time, the insurance company covers catheters as recommended by the physician and is dependent on individual adjustor approval. The client usually receives a report at time of settlement itemizing products and services currently being covered and their associated annual costs -  it is up to client to manage the settlement amount and associated expenses for their lifetime. The insurance company will no longer be involved once the client settles.

It is important that you are using the best catheter option for you.

1. Ask for samples of SpeediCath® catheters*. Simply click here "Free SpeediCath Samples" to order.

2. Talk to your doctor - ask for a prescription for SpeediCath® catheters. SpeediCath® catheters are single use only so the prescription should be for the number of times you need to catheterize daily, typically 4-5 catheters per day (one for every time you need to empty your bladder).

3. Ask your doctor to complete and sign the Coloplast Intermittent Catheter Letter of Recommendation. Simply click on the letter on this page, download the letter and send it to your doctor. This letter outlines the issue(s) you are having and why you need to use SpeediCath®.

4. Send SpeediCath® prescription and support letter to your auto insurance to request approval.

*Limitations apply

Municipal Programs

Some municipalities offer their own health support programs or supporting services. Often geared towards low-income populations. Check with your local municipality to see if there are any additional support options available to you.