“We stopped federal funding for the electronic prescription program because not enough people used it and it could not pay for itself. We are putting that money where it can help patients more.”

“Madam Speaker, PrescribeIT was launched by the previous government in 2017 following consultations with provinces and territories. The program was always intended to be self-funded over time. When it became clear that it did not have the expected uptake and there was no path toward financial sustainability, Canada’s new government made the responsible decision to end federal funding for the program and refocus resources to where they will deliver the greatest benefits to patients and our health system.”

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“We are changing how we spend health money and changing what Canada Health Infoway does. We want national rules for health data while letting our partners build the tools patients need.”

“Madam Speaker, Canada’s new government was elected with a clear mandate to ensure programs and policies deliver smarter, faster and more effectively for all Canadians. We are refocusing our spending and Canada Health Infoway’s mandate so we can support the development of national health data standards while allowing our health sector partners to develop solutions that work for all patients.”

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  “Faster and more effectively for all Canadians.”

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“Parliament committees do important work that helps everyone here. I want members to work together more in these committees.”

“Madam Speaker, our standing committees of Parliament play a very important role. I think it is important that we encourage collaboration as much as we can. Many would argue that what happens in standing committees is very beneficial for the entire House. Let us look forward to seeing more collaboration at standing committees.”

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