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Ottawa raises concerns over Alberta’s dual‑practice healthcare model

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Federal health minister seeks assurances that Alberta’s new dual practice system complies with the Canada Health Act as the province prepares for a September rollout.

The federal health minister has asked Alberta to demonstrate that its upcoming dual‑practice healthcare model will not violate the Canada Health Act when it launches in September.

According to reporting by the CBC, Marjorie Michel outlined her concerns in a July 24 letter, warning that the model – enabled by Bill 11

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