Week 11 Flashcards
What has federalism in Canada done for health policy?
It has both helped and hindered health policy.
What did the federal government do in the 1950s-1960s regarding social programs?
It cooperated with provinces to fund social programs.
What was the Social Union Framework Agreement (SUFA)?
SUFA was established in 1999 to improve cooperation between federal and provincial governments.
What were the goals of SUFA?
Strengthen government roles in social services.
Ensure sustainable funding for social programs.
Reduce overlap and duplication.
What was criticized about SUFA?
It was seen as too hierarchical and not collaborative.
What did Health Accord 2000 focus on?
Increased funding and focused on primary care, diagnostic equipment, and electronic health records.
What was the goal of Health Accord 2003?
To improve primary care, home care, and catastrophic drug coverage.
What did Health Accord 2004 promise?
Long-term funding and reduced wait times for treatments like cancer and heart disease.
Why did Quebec not sign SUFA?
Quebec argued that it undermined provincial authority.
What were the funding concerns after 2011?
Federal funding cuts threatened Medicare.
What was the problem with the agreements regarding privatization?
They lacked details on preventing privatization and ensuring strong public health services.
What is the future of health policy in Canada?
It depends on balancing government roles and ensuring sustainable funding.
What happened between 1997 and 2016 in Canadian health policy?
During this period, health accords were created, federal funding increased, and more specific funds were allocated to healthcare systems.
What happened in 2017 regarding health accords in Canada?
Health accord negotiations failed, leading to bilateral agreements between the federal government and each province. Calls for a new health accord arose.
What recent changes have occurred in Manitoba and British Columbia regarding health care?
Manitoba joined the national pharmacare program, and British Columbia signed a pharmacare agreement to improve universal access to free medication.
