Mr. Speaker, the problem is that with most couples, partners of various kinds, one or both of them have a medical plan already in place. The statistic is that around 96% of most Canadians have a health care plan, whether it is a plan at work or a seniors program through the province. Yes, a few people fall through the cracks, so why would we not address the small population that does not have the benefit of a medical plan of some kind instead of a universal plan right across the country, which is going to cost billions instead of a few millions.
In the House of Commons on December 2nd, 2020. See this statement in context.