Nenshi urges Ottawa to use Canada Health Act to block Alberta's dual-practice surgery scheme

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Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi has formally called on Prime Minister Mark Carney and the federal government to intervene under the Canada Health Act to block Alberta's UCP government from implementing a 'dual practice' scheme that would allow surgeons to bill patients privately for faster access while also working in the public system. Nenshi argues the plan violates the core principles of Canada's universal health care system, creates a two-tier system that benefits the wealthy, and undermines the Canada Health Act. He urges Ottawa to send 'a strong signal that Canada works' by withholding health transfers or taking legal action to enforce national health standards.

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