The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) covers several eye care services, such as routine eye exams and medically necessary procedures as determined by your eye care provider. For citizens under age 19 and 65 or older, AHCIP provides coverage for eye exams which are necessary if caused by an illness or physical trauma.
Seniors with low income may be eligible for additional coverage of up to $230 in a 3-year period, specifically for prescription glasses. Eye surgery and medications are not covered, but special exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis by submitting a claim.