Import Pros & Cons

You may have heard controversial things about importing prescription drugs from Canada. Yet, millions of Americans are already doing it. Several city and state governments now do it for their employees - including Minnesota. From Canada, we obtain very low prices on brand name drugs, but not on generics.

For generics, we obtain very low prices for our members from a specialized Minnesota pharmacy in the Twin Cities, called FairCareRx. These two sources complement each other perfectly..

The most reliable way to get drugs from Canada is to use a long-standing Pharmacy with face to face customers, and fully regulated by the Canadian government, rather then to buy from an operation that is exclusively mail order.

The pharmacy in Manitoba that we are connected with has been in business over 25 years; has a strong relationship with suppliers; and gives excellent service.

The Big Picture

Our Goal is to speed the day when much lower prices are available in the USA, either by allowing US pharmacies to import their supply, or through price controls

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Prescription Partnership Program (Low cost drugs)

What will I Save?

Average savings are about 50%. For some drugs, especially the highest-cost brand name drugs, savings are as high as 75%. We can now get you the lowest prices available for almost all brand name and generic drugs! Diabetic supplies are included as well, at about 50% off of usual prices. This program was created by our statewide organization, the Greater Minnesota Health Care Coalition. It is available to people living anywhere in the U.S.!

How it Works

We can tell you if the meds you need are available, and at what price - before you decide to order. For brand name drugs, we work with a pharmacy in Canada. For generic drugs, we work with a specialized pharmacy in the Twin Cities called FairCareRx. You must have valid prescriptions from your doctor(s). It is easiest and quickest to pay by credit card, in which case you receive your drugs in the mail usually in 10 days from Canada, and 4 days from the Twin Cities. Our members get additional reductions in drug prices and shipping charges compared to what our sources' general customers pay.

Who is Eligible

Anyone 18 or older, residing anywhere in the U.S., who:

  • Is a member of MN Citizens-Fed NE ($15 annual dues)
  • Signs up for the Drug Import Program ($5 annual fee)

How to Get a Free Price Quote

Just call us at (218) 727-0207, Mon - Fri, 9am to 5am CST. You can send an inquiry by mail or e-mail, but phoning is best.

How to Apply

  1. Go to the Join Now page, fill out the on-line application, and pay , by credit card, the $15 dues + $5 program fee = $20.
  2. Or, print out an application, and mail it with your check to:
    MN Citizens Federation -Northeast, 2110 W. First St. #102, Duluth MN 55806

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