The Unseen Inequality in Canada's Healthcare System Sophie Djeme Mi Koumazock, a 43 year old federal public servant, has been diagnosed with an incurable form of metastatic breast cancer.
Her oncologist recommends treatment with Truqap, a medication that costs $12,000 per month and is covered by Quebec's health insurance board under exceptional circumstances.
However, Djeme Mi Koumazock's insurance provider, Canada Life, refuses to reimburse her for the cost, citing that it does not cover this specific medication.