Health-care money belongs to the provinces

We frequently forget that Quebec has one hand tied behind its back, because the Canadian government holds onto health-care dollars it owes the provinces.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured last week on the Hill.
Health care is one of Quebec’s most important political issues. It is the biggest budget item, constantly in the headlines and an absolutely vital service relied on by everyone. The burden of the health-care system rests exclusively on the shoulders of Quebec’s health minister. Howe...

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