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House Hansard - 138

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
November 30, 2022 02:00PM
Context: House Hansard - 138 - Nov/30/22
Right Hon. Justin Trudeau (Prime Minister, Lib.)
  • Nov/30/22 3:00:04 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, let us talk about real action. Tomorrow, families that could not afford to send their children to the dentist will be able to start filing claims for the money to be able to do so. The reality is that it will make a big difference in the lives of many families that are struggling to make ends meet to be able to get dental care for their children. Unfortunately, despite my colleague's interjection, she and all of the Conservatives voted against these measures to help families access dental care.
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Context: House Hansard - 138 - Nov/30/22
Right Hon. Justin Trudeau (Prime Minister, Lib.)
  • Nov/30/22 3:05:11 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, having spoken with many families across the country that are having to rely on food banks, I can say that they are also extremely worried about being able to send their kids to the dentist. These are the kinds of things they do not get to do when they are squeezed for resources. As of tomorrow, we are opening applications for supports so that families of all income levels can send their kids to the dentist. Unfortunately, the member and all Conservatives voted against giving $1,300 for dental support over the next two years to families who need it.
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Context: House Hansard - 138 - Nov/30/22
Mr. Ken McDonald (Avalon, Lib.)
  • Nov/30/22 3:14:12 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, we know that provincial and territorial programs do not cover dental care needs for all children under the age of 12 equally across Canada. I have been hearing from families in my riding that they need better access to good oral health care. That is why I am pleased that our government took action and moved forward with our interim Canada dental benefit, which received royal assent just two weeks ago. Could the Prime Minister please speak to how our government is investing in a Canada-wide dental care program to improve access for those who need it the most? When will Canadians be able to apply for this benefit?
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Context: House Hansard - 138 - Nov/30/22
Right Hon. Justin Trudeau (Prime Minister, Lib.)
  • Nov/30/22 3:14:47 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the member for Avalon for his hard work for his constituents. Despite Conservative Party opposition, as of tomorrow the families of half a million kids under 12 will be able to access the Canada dental benefit. That means up to $1,300 over two years per child for dental care. It will be open through the CRA's My Account for those with a net family income of under $90,000 who do not have access to private dental insurance. It is tax-free and goes directly to parents. This is all part of our plan to make life more affordable for Canadians.
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