Federal health benefits program for First Nations and Inuit ‘frustrating’ to deal with, say clients
Federal health benefits program for First Nations and Inuit ‘frustrating’ to deal with, say clients

Patricia McCartney holds her mother's hand while she lays in bed in her care home.

The Non-Insured Health Benefits program covers things like prescription drugs and glasses for eligible First Nations people and Inuit. However, health-care advocates say the paperwork involved is a heavy burden on clients and the program isn't keeping up with standard reimbursement rates.