Dr. Ellis, I have 20 years of mandate—nationally—to negotiate a national pharmacare program from nurses from every sector of this country, and they are not worried about not having a plan. They'll always have a plan. Some are richer. If you look at Alberta, the plan is very rich in Alberta, on every facet compared to my own province of New Brunswick, but that is negotiated at the provincial level and will continue to be negotiated at the provincial and territorial levels. We're looking to alleviate some of the costs of those plans to enhance them—so maybe better mental health services, physiotherapists and support hose.
On May 24th, 2024. See this statement in context.