Organization and Funding of the Canadian Healthcare System
The federal government's responsibilities
Setting and administering national principles or standards for the healthcare system through the Canada Health Act.
Assisting in the financing of provincial healthcare services through fiscal transfers.
Delivering health services to specific groups, including veterans, native Canadians, people living on reserves, military personnel, inmates of federal penitentiaries, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
Fulfilling other health-related functions such as health protection, disease prevention, and health promotion.
The provincial and territorial governments' responsibilities
Managing and delivering health services.
Planning, financing, and evaluating the provision of hospital care and ...