Madam Speaker, the Conservatives voted against it and the Liberals voted against it because they said a national dental care program could not be done, but the NDP is proving them wrong.
Under the NDP’s national dental care program, millions of Canadians will be able to visit the dentist for the first time. This includes seniors, people with disabilities and young people. It is the biggest expansion of public health care in this country in over 60 years.
What do people in Northwest B.C. say about this program? Allan from Smithers calls it a “Massive improvement”. Sarah from Terrace says, “This is a game changer for many families!” Kathleen from Prince Rupert says, “this is life-saving for people”.
Right across Canada, people who access the program will save over $1,300 per year. That is money they can spend on groceries, heat and other necessities. We are stronger when we take care of each other, and national dental care is going to make Canada stronger. I am so proud to be a part of this massive improvement.