Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he is 'optimistic' about this week's health funding talks between the provincial and federal governments
Speaking in Regina on Sunday before flying to Ottawa, Moe said the provinces are feeling positive a deal can be reached that will appease all the parties.Saskatoon StarPhoenix Afternoon HeadlinesThere was an error, please provide a valid email address.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails or any newsletter. Postmedia Network Inc.
Under the current deal, the Government of Canada covers 22 per cent of the total cost of health care across the country, outside of tax factors. Last week, premiers indicated they are looking to see that share raised to 35 per cent, equating to a funding boost of $28 billion. Moe said negotiations are expected, but that he hopes the process of hammering out the details will include room to talk about bilateral deals per province.Article content
Moe offered no numbers when asked what Saskatchewan specifically would be seeking at the bargaining table. Instead, he noted that if the federal government doesn’t lead with a full $28 billion offer, there needs to be room for negotiation.
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