Migraine is a leading cause of disability in Canada, yet many people with migraine and related headache disorders face significant barriers to accessing quality care and treatment. Migraine Canada’s Report Card on Access to Care and Treatment for Migraine in Canada highlights critical inequities across the country, exposing gaps such as delays in diagnosis, limited access to appropriate treatments, insufficient education for healthcare professionals, and the persistent misconception that migraine is “just a headache.”
The report also serves as a resource for Canadians to review provincial reimbursement for migraine medications. If your province is falling short, we encourage you to support our advocacy efforts by using our letter platform to connect with your elected representatives, voicing the need for equitable access to treatments and care options for patients.
Canadians living with migraine deserve better. That’s why we are actively working to engage policymakers, share our findings, and advocate for improvements. Read the report to discover our actionable recommendations for advancing migraine care and expanding access to effective
You can view the report below or click here to download:
You can use these infographics as a summary of highlights from the report:
Access to Care and Treatment
Feedback from Healthcare Professionals
Recommendations for All Provinces
