System Sustainability
CHA's advocacy efforts have made a considerable impact on the health system. CHA was active during the 2004 Health Accord and contributed towards the positive outcomes, including predictable funding and direction for setting benchmarks, rather than stop-and-go funding based on federal surpluses or deficits. Contact communications@cha.ca to learn more.
Inequities in the GST rebate system for health sector CHA is concerned that inequities in the GST rebate system for the health sector is resulting in a much needed transfer of funds back to the federal government. Consistent application could allow $300 million to remain in the system. CHA's backgrounder, produced in collaboration with its stakeholders provides further information. |
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CHA's Ten Point Plan for Moving from Discussion to Action A Responsive, Sustainable, Publicly Funded Health System in Canada - The Art of the Possible: CHA’s Ten-Point Plan for Moving from Discussion to Action This February 2002 policy brief summarizes CHA's policy statements within four main categories: Canadian Values, Sustainability, Managing Change, and Co-operative Relations, resulting in a ten-point plan for ensuring a responsive, sustainable and publicly funded health system in Canada. The brief urges decision makers to take the bold step of creating concrete action plans that can be implemented immediately to address the critical issues facing the publicly funded health system and to meet the future health needs of Canadians. |

