Supporting healthy aging in Yukon under New Horizons for Seniors Program

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Yukon  – Canadians deserve to age with dignity. That comes down to choice, affordability, inclusion, and community. The New Horizons for Seniors Program creates those opportunities for seniors to be more connected, supported and active members of their communities. Brendan Hanley, MP for the Yukon, on behalf of Canada’s Minister for Seniors, Joanne Thompson, announced an investment of $315,467 for …

Minister of Health on the Canada Health Act

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Ottawa – Canadians are facing significant challenges when it comes to our healthcare system – from overwhelmed emergency rooms, to lack of access to a primary care provider, and health care workers under enormous strain. Collaborative efforts by all levels of government are needed to address these challenges. Our government has made a series of historic investments to strengthen public …

Year in review – Canadian Dental Care Plan

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December 2024 More than 90% (23,567)  oral health providers are providing care to Canadians under the CDCP. More than 3 million Canadians have been approved to receive care. November 2024 Paper claim submissions for services covered under the CDCP are now accepted, and the CDCP begins accepting requests for services that require preauthorization. October 2024 More than 89 % (22,340) …

Over 2.7m approved to be part of Canadian Dental Care Plan 

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Montréal – At Clinique dentaire Ville-Marie, Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, accompanied by Rachel Bendayan, MP for Outremont, announced that more than one million Canadians have received care under the Canadian Dental Care Plan and more than 2.7 million Canadians have been approved to be part of the plan. The Canadian Dental Care Plan is saving Canadians …

Canadian Dental Care Plan received by 1m Canadians

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Scarborough – More than 1 million Canadians have received care under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and more than 2.7 million Canadians have been approved to be part of the plan. The CDCP is saving Canadians on average more than $730 through a wide range of oral health care services, from cleanings to life-saving screenings for diseases like oral …

Covering essential health care costs in Canada

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Ottawa – Every woman should be free to make her own decisions about her own body. Every woman in Canada should have access to the health care she needs. However, concerns have been raised that some registered charities that offer reproductive health services to women, including pregnancy options counselling—and that are provided federal supports under the tax system—may be spreading …

Canadian Dental Care Plan

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Ottawa – Oral health professionals play a vital role in oral health care. The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) allows more people to benefit from their care. Participation in the CDCP Participation in the CDCP is voluntary. Eligible providers who can bill for their services include: dentists denturists dental hygienists dental specialists dental schools and educational institutions for oral health …

Maintaining good oral hygiene

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Ottawa -Maintaining good oral hygiene, preventing oral diseases and understanding fluoride is a must. The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will help make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. Applications now open for: Seniors aged 65 and over Children under the age of 18 Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate If you have …

Feds launch new ad campaign for Canadian Dental Care Plan

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Ottawa – The federal government is focused on delivering for Canadians with lower costs, more savings, and a fair chance for everyone to succeed. Affordable dental care is central to our work. The government launched an ad campaign in support of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). As one of the largest social programs in Canadian history, the CDCP will …

1000s of eligible citizens to get care under Canadian Dental Care Plan

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Ottawa – The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is one of the largest social programs in Canadian history. Once fully implemented, the CDCP will help make dental care more affordable for up to nine million Canadian residents who do not currently have access to dental insurance. As of today, more than 2.3 million Canadians have been approved to receive coverage …