I may attempt to answer that. Recent studies that I think were done by Dr. Seely and colleagues have shown that, based on screening annually from 40 to 74 modelling and modern treatment costs—which are very expensive—Canada would save about $460 million per year in treatment costs. I think investing in screening will pay off in spades for the government. They need to take the plunge and make the investment up front, and I think they will reap the rewards in the next few years after that.
On June 11th, 2024. See this statement in context.