“This crisis has clearly shown the deeply rooted, long-standing cracks in our long-term care system. We need a sustained commitment on health care and long-term care from the federal government. The conversation about a national long-term care act has gathered momentum since York University professor Pat Armstrong discussed it with reporters a few weeks ago. Armstrong has previously written on the concept, but during the pandemic the idea of long-term care legislation is gaining traction. Citing the Canada Health Act’s universal medical care, Armstrong recommends legislation that creates a nationally funded long-term care sector.

Source: thestar April 29, 2020 19:31 UTC