This legislation formalizes queue-jumping for those who can pay out of pocket or with private insurance for self-referred testing in order to jump to the front of the line for treatment. It is also a move designed to feed the for-profit health care industry and create a market for private health insurance products.
This is a direct violation of the Canada Health Act; so par for course in Berta
Thats why some people want Alberta to separate from Canada. If you’re not allowed to abuse your citizens then why even have a province?