With a federal election expected to be called on Sunday, Canada’s political parties were out campaigning and making policy announcements in the preceding days.
On March 22, the governing Liberals announced that the federal dental care program will soon include all remaining eligible Canadians with a family net income of less than $90,000.
The program was rolled out for seniors in December 2023, and has since expanded to include children and those with disabilities. Eligible Canadians can start to apply on May 1, with coverage beginning in June.
Also on March 22, the Liberals said they would continue to support indigenous children by extending funding of Jordan’s Principle into 2026….