PC plan for doctor shortage

The PC Party plans to ease the doctor shortage.  A Jamie Baillie government would invest $13.5 million to bring more doctors to underserviced areas, double the tuition relief program to $6 million, and give credential recognition for Canadians who study medicine abroad.

NDP plan for emergency care

The NDP plans to improve emergency care with multiple measures.  Gary Burrill’s government would implement all recommendations in the NSGEU’s Code Critical report; be an active partner with doctors, nurses, health professionals and communities to deliver appropriate care; and use the announced $120 million to hire more family doctors and improve primary care.