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Wegovy® Now Available in Canada — Pricing, Availability & How to Get a Prescription

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Rizwan Minhas, MD  ·  Last reviewed: June 2026  ·  About our review process

Wegovy® (semaglutide) has been available at Canadian pharmacies since May 2024. Made by Novo Nordisk Canada, the weekly pen comes in five strengths (0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1mg, 1.7mg, and 2.4mg). A prescription is required.

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Is Wegovy available in Canada?

Yes — and has been since May 2024. Health Canada authorized it in November 2021, but Novo Nordisk didn’t bring it to Canadian pharmacies until a few years later. You’ll find it at most major chains now (Shoppers Drug Mart, Rexall, Loblaws, Walmart pharmacies, and independents) across all provinces.

How much does Wegovy cost in Canada?

Without insurance, expect roughly $400–$540 a month. With private coverage that includes Wegovy, co-pays usually land between $0 and $80 monthly. Public drug plans in most provinces don’t cover it yet.

Coverage scenarioMonthly cost
Uninsured (retail)~$400–$540
Private insurance, where covered~$0–$80
Public drug plansGenerally not covered

Actual cost varies by dose strength and pharmacy. Some private and employer plans cover it with prior authorization — Cloudcure can help with the paperwork.

Wegovy dose strengths

The pen comes in 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 1.7 mg, and 2.4 mg, all dosed once weekly. Each strength is a separate pen, which matters when you’re filling a prescription — call ahead to make sure your pharmacy has the one you need.

Where to get a Wegovy prescription

Three options work in Canada:

  • Local pharmacy: Most chains can dispense Wegovy or order it through Novo Nordisk’s Canadian distribution within a few business days.
  • Family doctor or specialist: They can write the prescription. Ask about coverage at the same time.
  • Cloudcure: Online assessment by a licensed Canadian provider, prescription written, free express shipping. Book a consultation →

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Disclaimer: This page covers availability and pricing only. It’s not medical advice. Talk to a licensed provider about your prescription options.

Health Canada–Regulated Product Information

This section contains clinical information about Wegovy® (semaglutide) from the Health Canada product monograph. To view, enter the Health Canada Drug Identification Number (DIN) for Wegovy. DINs are publicly available in the Health Canada Drug Product Database.

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