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House Hansard - 170

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
March 21, 2023 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 170 - Mar/21/23
Mr. Stephen Ellis (Cumberland—Colchester, CPC)
  • Mar/21/23 3:06:15 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, after eight years of the Liberal government, there are almost six million Canadians without access to primary care. In my province of Nova Scotia alone, almost 140,000 people do not have access. Two days ago, the Conservatives over here introduced a blue seal program under which there will be a common standard for doctors trained elsewhere to gain a licence here in Canada. Canadians are beyond frustrated knowing that the doctors who have immigrated to this country are only to be left out in the cold. When will the Prime Minister admit his wrongdoings and take action on behalf of all Canadians?
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Context: House Hansard - 170 - Mar/21/23
Mr. Stephen Ellis (Cumberland—Colchester, CPC)
  • Mar/21/23 3:07:20 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, perhaps that is too little too late because we know the government promised 7,500 doctors, nurses and nurse practitioners. To date, none have been delivered. This is in spite of the fact that there are more than 50,000 doctors and nurses in Canada who are not working in their chosen profession. The Conservative blue seal program would allow internationally trained health professionals a clear pathway to licensure and a clear answer with respect to their credentials within 60 days of coming to Canada. Why has the government constantly and consistently betrayed qualified new Canadians? When will the Prime Minister take action?
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