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Student Health & Wellness!mystudentplan is a benefits plan for students and can provide coverage for prescription drugs, vision care, dental care, mental health counseling, and more. The plan is designed to supplement provincial health insurance and provide additional access to medical services.

 

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Students can save money on certain eligible services if they visit one of our select members that offer specific discounts for students enrolled in the plan. You are not limited to these networks.

Service Members


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Pharmacy Network

Students can save on drug costs and dispensing fees if they go to one of the specific pharmacies listed below!

Please review the details of the pharmacy network to find out how you can save money now:

Wyckham Pharmacy is locally owned by Pharmacist Thomas Yeung and is the only on-campus pharmacy. Wyckham Pharmacy provides the highest level of savings and coverage for MRU students.

Wyckham Pharmacy can provide all your pharmaceutical needs, including:

  • Prescriptions
  • Vaccinations
  • Injections
  • OTC medications
  • home delivery, and
  • much more

90% COVERAGE: The student health plan reimburses 90% of the cost of eligible prescriptions purchased at Wyckham Pharmacy, all other pharmacies are covered at 80%.

CAPPED DISPENSING FEE: Wyckham Pharmacy has agreed to charge a $9 dispensing fee for students on the Student Health Plan.

Visit Wyckham Pharmacy in the basement of the Wyckham House Student Centre.

Sobeys Pharmacy logo

We are proud to announce the addition of the Sobeys Family to our exclusive preferred provider network designed to bring students market leading cost savings and value-adds.

The Sobeys family of pharmacies operating under the banners of Sobeys Pharmacy, Pharmacy at Safeway, FreshCo Pharmacy, Thrifty Foods Pharmacy, IGA Pharmacy, Foodland Pharmacy and Lawtons Drugs, offers several services including online prescription refills and appointment booking, medication reviews, custom adherence packaging, immunization services and more. When filling your prescription at any of these locations, simply show your drug card to automatically receive your preferred dispensing fee / price reductions.

Please visit any of their 415+ locations across Canada to begin accessing these savings today. Find locations at www.pharmacynearestyou.ca.

What pharmacy benefits does Sobeys National Pharmacy Group offer?

Within Ontario, the dispensing fee is $8.83 and drug mark-up is capped at 8% (6% on drug costs over $1,000).

In British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island, the discount is $2.00 per prescription applied against the dispensing fee.

In Alberta, Nova Scotia, and Saskatchewan, the discount is applied per prescription as $1.00 against member out-of-pocket co-pay and $1.00 credited annually to the plan.

For Sobeys Pharmacy by Mail (mail order service), the dispensing fee is $4.99, and mark-up is capped at 8%.

How do I access the pharmacy benefits?

Present your drug card when having your prescription filled and you’ll automatically save on the dispensing fee and mark up costs.

Is my family eligible to access the pharmacy benefits?

Yes. All covered dependents are eligible to receive the pharmacy benefits.

How do I get a Lawtons Discount Card?

To get a Lawtons Discount Card that entitles you to discounts on products, go to: https://services.lawtons.ca/ppn and use Username: PeopleCorp and Password: PCPPN19!

After you register, your card will be mailed to you. To get your discount while shopping at Lawtons locations, you’ll need to present your Lawtons Discount Card and Photo ID at the time of purchase.

What additional services does Sobeys National Pharmacy Group offer?

Sobeys National Pharmacy Group offers several services including online prescription refills and appointment booking, medication reviews, custom adherence packaging, immunization services and more. Visit www.pharmacynearestyou.ca and select your pharmacy of preference to learn more.

Can I get my prescriptions transferred to a Sobeys pharmacy from another pharmacy?

Transferring your prescriptions is easy. Visit or call the preferred pharmacy network location and request a transfer of your file. The pharmacy will collect the necessary information from you and take care of the rest.

How does Sobeys Pharmacy by Mail work?

Sobeys Pharmacy by Mail is a direct-to-your-door pharmacy where you order your prescription medications by phone, online, by e-mail or post mail. To learn more about ordering your prescriptions online, visit https://www.sobeyspharmacybymail.ca/questions.aspx

Metro and Food Basics Pharmacy logo

Your school is enrolled in HealthWorks, which is Metro Ontario Pharmacies Limited’s Preferred Provider Network (PPN). Students that are part of a Preferred Provider Network are eligible for a preferred dispensing fee of $5.99.

To save on your prescriptions, simply present your Metro Ontario Pharmacies Limited drug card along with your drug benefit card at a Metro or Food Basics pharmacy. You will only have to present this card once to start receiving the savings. Please click here to access instructions for the Metro Ontario Pharmacies Limited drug card. Please click here to download the Metro Ontario Pharmacies Limited drug card.

No sign-up is required. Find your local Metro or Food Basics pharmacy at the websites listed below and start saving.

Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is HealthWorks?

Your school is enrolled in HealthWorks, which is a Preferred Provider Network that allows you to save on your prescriptions at any Metro or Food Basics pharmacy in Ontario.

2. How do I receive preferred pricing at a Metro and Food Basics pharmacy?

Simply present your Metro Ontario Pharmacies Limited drug card along with your Plan Card at the pharmacy. You will automatically receive preferred pricing on your prescriptions. No sign up is required.

3. Is my family eligible for preferred pricing?

Anyone with a Metro Ontario Pharmacies Limited drug card is eligible for preferred pricing on prescriptions.

4. At what locations am I eligible for preferred pricing?

You are eligible for preferred pricing at any Metro or Food Basics pharmacy in Ontario. Simply go to metro.ca/pharmacy or foodbasics.ca/pharmacy to find your closest pharmacy.

5. What if I currently get my prescriptions filled at another pharmacy? How can I get my prescriptions filled at a Metro or Food Basics pharmacy?

Simply contact a Metro or Food Basics pharmacy and give them the phone number of the other pharmacy and the details of the prescriptions you would like transferred. The pharmacy will handle the rest.

Alliance logo

We are extremely excited to announce the addition of the Alliance Pharmacy Group to the Gallivan Savings Network, our exclusive preferred provider network that bring market-leading cost savings and value-adds.

Alliance Pharmacy Group is a pioneer of the central dispensing online pharmacy and a leading provider of innovative pharmacy care.

What cost advantages does Alliance Pharmacy offer on prescription medications?
  • Reduced dispensing fee of $6.49
  • Reduced markups of 8% on prescription drugs in Ontario
  • Reduced markups of 9% on prescription drugs in all other provinces
  • Up to a 90-day supply of medication, in consultation with your doctor
What patient support services will students have access to?
  • Pharmacist Counselling
  • Refill Reminders and Renewal Management
  • Free and Convenient Overnight Delivery*
How do I access the pharmacy and retail benefits provided by Alliance Pharmacy?

Students will automatically get the dispensing fee and markup discounts on prescription drugs when you provide your plan number (330828) and your Plan Card. Visit www.alliancepharmacy.ca to get started by creating your account.

To create an account:

  1. Go to www.alliancepharmacy.ca
  2. Click Get Started
  3. Complete the Required fields. In the Employer/School/Group Code, enter your benefits plan group ID number
  4. Click Create My Account
Is my family eligible to access the pharmacy benefits?

Yes. All covered dependents are eligible to receive the pharmacy benefits

Can I get my prescription transferred to Alliance Pharmacy from another pharmacy?

With your permission, Alliance’s pharmacists will coordinate the transfer of all existing prescriptions from your current pharmacy

Rexall logo

Rexall has partnered with mystudentplan to provide you with savings on eligible medications reimbursed through your student Health Plan and select Rexall brand products.

Your Rexall Group ID is: 330828

Watch the video that tells what the Rexall student program offers

As a student, you can take advantage of:

  • Savings of up to 50% off your out-of-pocket costs (up to a max of $40).* Simply present a copy of your Pay-Direct Card to your Rexall pharmacy and your pharmacist will process your claim immediately. You will not have to pay the full amount up front and wait to be reimbursed.
  • 20% off on regularly priced Rexall brand products,* including Be Better, KIT, Nosh & Co., Rose & Robin, and Savvy Home, when you present your Rexall Exclusive Savings Card and your valid Student ID card at time of purchase.
Rexall logo

You can now have medications delivered for free right to your door when you use Rexall Direct! Visit rexalldirect.ca for more information.

Find a Rexall location near you today by using this link or by searching by your postal code via the Find a Pharmacy search tool!

*Certain conditions apply. Please see in-store for details.

The choice is yours

Rexall has partnered with mystudentplan to help you get the most out of your student Health Plan. If you choose to visit another pharmacy, you will still be covered by your student Plan, but will have a higher out-of-pocket cost.

Vision Network

We have a network of select Ophthalmologists or Optometrists who provide students with savings on services. To take advantage of the savings brought to you by your student organization, use "Find a Practitioner" to access a Select Partner in your area.

Ophthalmologists or Optometrists accessed through the network will offer the following rates:

Current Coverage Eye Exam
The health plan covers $70 for an eye exam once in 24 months from the initial date of service. $70

Ophthalmologists or Optometrists have partnered with mystudentplan to help you get the most out of your student Health Plan. If you choose to visit an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist, not on our list, you will still be covered by your student Plan, but may have a higher out-of-pocket cost.

You must present your Plan Card at each visit.

Located in the lower level of the Wyckham House Student Centre, Old Street Optometry is a locally owned family business serving as your one-stop-shop for affordable and quality eyewear.

  • No Cost Eye Exams for students eligible under the SAMRU Student Health & Dental Plan.
  • No Cost Prescription Eye Wear* with pricing for some eyewear that falls within the SAMRU Student Health & Dental Plan coverage limits. (*depending on prescription needs).
  • Direct billing means students can often get an eye exam, frames, and lenses without paying a penny out of pocket.
  • Various eye strain and fatigue solutions, including anti-fatigue lenses, blue light filters, dry eye treatment, contact lenses, and more.
  • See store for additional deals and specials
IRIS logo

All IRIS locations have reopened! Our Opticians, Optometrists and associates are looking forward to welcoming IRIS Advantage members to their locations and providing eye examinations, new eyewear and contact lenses.

IRIS has implemented rigorous health and safety measures in all of our locations. Please note, in order to ensure that safe distancing and thorough sanitizing can take place, all services are now being provided by appointment only. Call your local IRIS location to book a convenient time Find a Location or use our online booking system: Book An Eye Exam.

The following short video will let you know what to expect when you visit your IRIS location. Please take a moment to watch.

The IRIS network of professionals includes over 500 Opticians, Optometrists and Ophthalmologists at over 160 locations. Their professionals maintain the highest standards of technical skills and are equipped with the latest advances in eye care technology.

Please click here to access the Welcome Letter for details on the eyecare savings and how to register for the IRIS Advantage Program.

*Please note that your Plan Card will be requested when you visit an IRIS store and redeem your offers.

As a member of your student benefit plan, you are entitled to receive eyecare benefits through the IRIS Advantage program. There is no cost to you to receive these benefits and are combinable with any existing extended health plan you are currently using. When you registered yourself and your family members, you would have received, via email a confirmation along with your offers as an attachment to the confirmation email. Where possible, we can direct bill insurance providers.

These benefits are applicable to any additional dependents in your household that are on your student benefit plan.

These benefits are redeemable at any IRIS location across Canada.

Advantage Benefits are:
  • $150.00 IRIS Certificate*: Redeemable towards the purchase of prescription eyeglasses a pair of fully coated prescription lenses
  • $150.00 IRIS Certificate*: Redeemable towards the purchase of prescription eyeglasses a pair of fully coated prescription lenses
  • $150.00 IRIS Certificate*: Redeemable towards the purchase of prescription eyeglasses a pair of fully coated prescription lenses
  • $50 IRIS Certificate*: Redeemable towards the purchase of a pair of progressive lenses
  • $25 IRIS Certificate*: Redeemable towards the purchase of a pair single vision lenses
  • $50.00 IRIS Certificate*: Redeemable towards the purchase of non-prescription sunglasses (valued at $100.00 or more.)
  • $50.00 IRIS Certificate*: Redeemable towards the purchase of annual supply of contact lenses.
  • $250 IRIS Certificate: Redeemable for laser eye surgery both eyes or $250 per eye for specific intraocular lens replacement. (Available at our Ophthalmology Clinic in Laval, Quebec only)
The small print:
  • These benefits can be used for multiple purchases.
  • These benefits cannot be combined with any other IRIS promotions.
  • These benefits cannot be used towards services such as Eye Examinations.
  • Only 1 (one) Advantage offer per purchase

A current prescription (not more than 24 months old) must be provided for the purchase of prescription eyewear. If your prescription is older than 24 months, you will need to make an appointment with your Optometrist, or with an IRIS Optometrist for a complete eye examination.

In addition to an exceptional customer experience they will enjoy all of the benefits IRIS offers including our IRIS warranties and No-Matter-What Guarantee, and options for interest free financing.

These benefits can be redeemed at any IRIS location across Canada.

How do I access the IRIS Advantage Program?

Please see the Welcome Letter to register for the savings and please present your drug card when visiting any IRIS location

Massage Network

We have a network of select Registered Massage Therapists who provide students with savings on services. To take advantage of the savings brought to you by your student organization, use "Find a Practitioner" to access a Select Partner in your area.

Registered Massage Therapists accessed through the network will offer the following rates:

Current Coverage 30 Minute Treatment 60 Minute Treatment
$25 per visit, $400 per benefit year * Up to $30 Up to $55

* Physician's referral required

Registered Massage Therapists have partnered with mystudentplan to help you get the most out of your student Health Plan. If you choose to visit a Registered Massage Therapist, not on our list, you will still be covered by your student Plan, but may have a higher out-of-pocket cost.

You must present your Plan Card at each visit.

Chiropractors Network

We have a network of select Chiropractors who provide students with savings on services. To take advantage of the savings brought to you by your student organization, use "Find a Practitioner" to access a Select Partner in your area.

Chiropractors accessed through the network will offer the following rates:

Current Coverage Assessment Fee Treatment Fee
$25 per visit, $400 per benefit year * Up to $45 Up to $30

* X-rays not included in this savings

Chiropractors have partnered with mystudentplan to help you get the most out of your student Health Plan. If you choose to visit a Chiropractor, not on our list, you will still be covered by your student Plan, but may have a higher out-of-pocket cost.

You must present your Plan Card at each visit.

Physiotherapists Network

We have a network of select Physiotherapists who provide students with savings on services. To take advantage of the savings brought to you by your student organization, use "Find a Practitioner" to access a Select Partner in your area.

Physiotherapists accessed through the network will offer the following rates:

Current Coverage Assessment Fee Treatment Fee
$25 per visit, $400 per benefit year * Up to $60 Up to $30

* Physician's referral required

Physiotherapists have partnered with mystudentplan to help you get the most out of your student Health Plan. If you choose to visit a Physiotherapist, not on our list, you will still be covered by your student Plan, but may have a higher out-of-pocket cost.

You must present your Plan Card at each visit.

Naturopaths Network

We have a network of select Naturopaths who provide students with savings on services. To take advantage of the savings brought to you by your student organization, use "Find a Practitioner" to access a Select Partner in your area.

Naturopaths accessed through the network will offer the following rates:

Current Coverage Assessment Fee Treatment Fee
$25 per visit, $400 per benefit year * Up to $100 Up to $50

* x-rays not included in discount

Naturopaths have partnered with mystudentplan to help you get the most out of your student Health Plan. If you choose to visit a Physiotherapist, not on our list, you will still be covered by your student Plan, but may have a higher out-of-pocket cost.

You must present your Plan Card at each visit.

Dental Network

We have a network of select Dentists who provide students with savings on services. To take advantage of the savings brought to you by your student organization, use "Find a Practitioner" to access a Select Partner in your area.

Benefit year maximum of $1,000 and specific limits may also apply.

Dentists accessed through the network will offer the following savings:

Coverage Insured Portion* Dental Partner Savings Total Coverage

Diagnostic and Preventative

Annual exam: diagnosis, tests, x-rays, two units of scaling, two units of polishing, and a 6-month recall.

 80% 20% 100%

Minor Restorative

Fillings, denture adjustment & repairs

 80% 20% 100%

Extractions

Limited to 2 wisdom teeth per benefit year

 75% 20% 95%

Endodontic & Periodontic

root canals

 60% 20% 80%

Major Restorative

Crowns, bridges and dentures (excludes orthodontics)

 15% 20% 35%

* Important note: Dentists are not restricted to the fee guide the insurance company uses. Therefore, total coverage may not be exactly as shown. Discount not applicable to laboratory fees.

Dentists have partnered with mystudentplan to help you get the most out of your student Health Plan. If you choose to visit a dentist, not on our list, you will still be covered by your student Plan, but may have a higher out-of-pocket cost.

You must present your Plan Card at each visit.

Quick links Opt Out

Online Forms Deadline
Submit your online Family Add-On, Opt-Out, or Opt-In applications by January 26th, 2024

Quick links myBenefits Card

Plan Card Generator
Generate your Plan Card and use it where direct billing to Canada Life is available.

Quick links Perscription search tool

Prescription Search Tool
Find out if your prescription drugs are covered by the student plan.

Plan Claims

Plan Claims
Learn more about submitting online or manual claims to Canada Life to get your refund.

SAMRU Benefits Plan Office

Email: mtroyalplan@mystudentplan.ca
Phone: 403-440-6267
Address: Room Z001, Wyckham House
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
4500-50 Street
Calgary, Alberta. T3E 6K6

General Inquiries Line

Monday to Friday from 6:00am to 5:00pm MST

Phone: 1-877-746-5566 Ext. 7249

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