2026 Alberta plans to opt out of Canadian Dental Care Plan, potentially worsening access to dental care for low-income households due to high costs and limited access in rural areas.

A Statistics Canada survey reveals that 21% of Albertans suffer from ongoing mouth pain and untreated oral health issues, with 30% not seeing a dentist in the past year. Barriers include high treatment costs and limited access, especially in rural areas. The Canadian Dental Care Plan aims to assist low-income households, but Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced plans to opt out by 2026, raising concerns about dental care accessibility in the province.

October 30, 2024
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