The Quebec government wants to centralize the health care system even more with Bill 130, giving the Health Minister more power over administrators and over the management and operation of hospitals. The government would be better off following the example of Sweden, which has successfully moved in the opposite direction, in addition to benefiting from the contribution of the private sector.

The impact of Bill 81 on consumers.

Competition and its effects on the cost of goods and services.

The private sector's contribution in the health care field.

Do we need a national food policy?

Do we need a national food policy?

The impact of taxes on the poor.

The federal government should withdraw from the health sector.

Since last fall, the Canadian health care system has once again become a source of bickering. The federal government, which is a significant funder of the provinces’ health programs, wants to limit the rate of increase of its transfers and force provinces to spend on specific areas like mental health and home care. The territories and certain provinces have bowed to pressure from Ottawa, but four of the five most populous provinces are still refusing the federal offer. While it is political in nature, economic analysis of this conflict can provide some useful insights.

The federal government should withdraw from the health sector.