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flag Algoma Public Health’s proposed 9% tax hike sparks debate over balancing service cuts and protecting essential child dental care.

flag Algoma Public Health’s proposed nine per cent levy increase has sparked debate, with some officials urging a lower rise to ease financial pressure on residents, especially those on fixed incomes. flag While Dr. Jennifer Loo stated an 11 per cent hike would be needed to maintain current services, the board approved a plan that intentionally leaves key positions unfilled to reduce costs. flag The move aims to preserve essential child dental programs, which identified 190 urgent cases among 4,500 screened students in 2024/25. flag Critics warn deeper cuts would jeopardize vital public health services, while supporters argue the nine per cent increase is necessary and reasonable to protect vulnerable populations.

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