Alberta's Healthcare Divide | Calgary News

Alberta’s new Bill Eleven is sparking fierce debate, especially among nurses who warn it risks creating a two-tiered healthcare system where those who can pay get faster care — pulling resources from public patients. The bill allows doctors to perform private surgeries like hip and knee replacements while still working in the public system, drawing criticism as “American-style healthcare.” Meanwhile, the Alberta government defends the move, arguing it’s needed to address system strain and attract more doctors. Federal officials are calling for intervention, claiming it violates national healthcare rules — but Premier Smith insists it’s within provincial jurisdiction and doesn’t break the Canada Health Act. The battle over Alberta’s future healthcare model is far from over. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fca0ee8a0c5f60fc