We have curated a list of national and regional support programs and foundations throughout Canada to help mitochondrial disease patients and caregivers source information and services.

Below you will find a resources listing for Nunavut.

InnoviCares – The innoviCares card is a free prescription savings card available to all Canadian residents, and is funded by participating pharmaceutical manufacturers.

Extended Health Benefits – Support the health and well-being of Nunavut residents who need additional health care services not covered by the Nunavut Health Care Plan.

Community Engagement Support Program – Supports projects.

Day Care Subsidy (DS) – Provide financial support to low-income families who reside in Nunavut to help make child care more affordable while they pursue education or training opportunities outside the home.

Employee and Family Assistance Program – Designed to assist Government of Nunavut employees and their families maintain and/or improve their overall well-being.

Medical Travel – Offers medical travel benefits to make sure you have access to medical services that are not available in your home community.

  • Medical Travel for Escorts – A doctor or nurse may recommend someone go on medical travel. Escorts will be approved by the regional office.

Nunavut Child Benefit (NUCB) – Provides low-income families with monthly payments to assist with the cost of raising children.

Young Parents Stay Learning Daycare Subsidy – Daycare subsidy program to help young parents with the cost of childcare while the parent attends school.

Please refer to the National Programs and National Foundations listings.

Home and Community Care (HCC) – Helps Nunavummiut care for themselves with help from family and community members and to keep their sense of independence and well-being.

Please refer to the National Programs and National Foundations listings.

Please refer to the National Programs and National Foundations listings.