Justin Trudeau's $196 billion health-care deal, and why the premiers say it's not enough

EPISODE · Feb 10, 2023 · 17 MIN

Justin Trudeau's $196 billion health-care deal, and why the premiers say it's not enough

from 10/3: Canada Covered · host Postmedia

The premiers and the prime minister met in Ottawa to hammer out a new funding agreement that many hope will address some real pressure points in our health-care system. Ultimately, the deal amounts to about $200 billion, but will that be enough to address the strain on hospitals, or get Canadians better access to doctors? National Post political reporter Ryan Tumilty joins the show to discuss the details of the deal, how the premiers have reacted, and whether the provinces will ultimately accept it. Background reading: Trudeau offers premiers $46.1 billion in new money over next decade for health care Early signs premiers will accept Trudeau's 'disappointing' health-care offer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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