Weight Loss Injections in New Brunswick: NB Drug Plan & Access Guide

New Brunswick is home to approximately 810,000 residents and is Canada's only officially bilingual province. The New Brunswick Prescription Drug Program (NB PDP) provides drug coverage for eligible residents, with Ozempic listed for type 2 diabetes with authorization requirements.

New Brunswick at a Glance

New Brunswick Prescription Drug Program

The New Brunswick Prescription Drug Program (NB PDP) provides prescription drug coverage for eligible New Brunswick residents. Eligible groups include seniors (65+), residents receiving social assistance, and those with certain disabilities. The program uses a formulary system with some drugs requiring prior authorization.

Ozempic (semaglutide) is listed on the NB PDP formulary for type 2 diabetes mellitus with prior authorization. Criteria typically require:

• Documented type 2 diabetes diagnosis
• Inadequate glycemic control despite other oral antihyperglycemic agents
• HbA1c above target at the time of authorization request
• No contraindications to semaglutide use

New Brunswick has one of the highest provincial rates of type 2 diabetes (approximately 11% of adults), driven in part by demographic factors and higher rates of obesity and sedentary lifestyles. This makes access to GLP-1 medications particularly relevant for the province.

Wegovy in New Brunswick

Wegovy is not listed on the NB PDP formulary for weight management. Private insurance through an employer benefits plan is the primary alternative for New Brunswickers seeking weight management coverage.

Private Insurance in New Brunswick

New Brunswick's economy includes significant public sector employment (provincial government, healthcare, education) and manufacturing. Key considerations for private coverage:

• NB provincial government employees have access to the NB Public Service benefits plan, which may cover GLP-1 medications with prior authorization
• Healthcare workers at Horizon Health Network and Vitalite Health Network typically have comprehensive group benefits
• Manufacturing and forestry sector workers (Irving, J.D. Irving, Cooke Aquaculture) - larger employers often have good benefits; smaller employers may not

Getting a Prescription Online in New Brunswick

Felix Health is available throughout New Brunswick. A New Brunswick-licensed physician (fully bilingual service available) reviews your online assessment and can prescribe GLP-1 medications if appropriate, with delivery to any NB address.

Cost in New Brunswick Without Coverage

Without insurance in New Brunswick, approximate monthly costs as of May 2026:

• Ozempic (0.5–2 mg): ~$235–$420/month
• Wegovy (2.4 mg): ~$400–$430/month
• Mounjaro (5–15 mg): ~$490–$610/month
• Generic semaglutide (expected 2025-26): Estimated $50–$150/month

See the full province-by-province cost guide for more detail.

New Brunswick FAQ

Is the NB PDP available to all New Brunswickers?

No. The NB PDP primarily covers seniors (65+), residents on social assistance, and those with certain disabilities. Working-age employed New Brunswickers typically rely on employer group benefits for drug coverage.

Is Felix available in French in New Brunswick?

Yes. Felix Health provides services in both English and French, making it accessible to francophone New Brunswickers throughout the province.