Today, NDP MP Peter Julian (New Westminster—Burnaby) met with people in his community who desperately need dental care and help to afford the medication they need. In yesterday's federal budget, the NDP used their power to fight for Canadians and secure historic results that will make life more affordable for families in B.C.
“The NDP is using our power to secure results the Liberals haven’t delivered during their 6 years in government,” said Julian. “These results will make a big difference in people’s lives. In the next twelve months, children under 12 will have access to dental care. This was a long time coming and New Democrats didn’t give up until this became a reality.”
Because of the NDP, the budget includes investments to move forward with the NDP dental care plan, starting with children under 12 in the next twelve months. It will then expand to cover people 18-years-old and under, people with disabilities and seniors in 2023 and then full implementation by 2025. The final program would provide dental coverage for uninsured families making less than $90,000. This program would save households at least $1,200 annually and benefit 6.5 million people.
“My teeth have not been cleaned for 5 years because I cannot afford it,” said Phil Stuart, constituent of New Westminster—Burnaby. “I have two cavities, but I don’t have money to pay for the dental treatment. I am grateful for Mr. Julian and the NDP for forcing the Liberal government to implement dental care for low-income folks like me.”
“Besides dental care, a pharmacare plan is closer to becoming a reality for Canadians struggling to afford their medication,” added Julian. “After the Liberals literally abandoned their Pharmacare promise in their 2021 platform, because of the NDP, the budget includes the steps mentioned in our agreement with the government to move towards a universal and national pharmacare program. New Democrats will continue to fight for you and your family.”
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Dear Neighbours,
I hope you and your family are doing well.
It’s an honour to serve as your Member of Parliament in New Westminster – Burnaby, one of the most culturally diverse communities in Canada.
On Monday, New Democrats announced the implementation of the NDP’s national dental care program, which will save millions of families across Canada around $1,300 a year. In my riding of New Westminster – Burnaby, over 26,000 seniors, people living with a disability, and families struggling to pay the bills will no longer have to choose between a visit to the dentist or keep a roof over their head.
