New Canada Health Act interpretation letter misses the mark on virtual care

Publicly funding medically necessary virtual care would improve access for all Canadians, not just those fortunate enough to have stable jobs with benefits.

Health Minister Mark Holland’s Jan. 10 letter ultimately allows some jurisdictions to continue to skirt the intent of the law, write Monika Dutt, Chaten Jessel, and Bernard Ho.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY MONIKA DUTT, CHATEN JESSEL, BERNARD HO

February 12, 2025

In January, federal Health Minister Mark Holland finally released the long-awaited

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