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New Democratics policy on dental coverage

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Should preventative dental care be covered under Canada’s universal healthcare plan?

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New Democratics answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “It has called for national dental-care and child-care programs” ‐thecanadianencyclopedia.ca

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Very strongly agree

Yes, preventative dental care is an important aspect of long term health

The NDP strongly supports the idea that preventative dental care is an important aspect of long-term health. Their 2019 election platform included a national dental care plan, which would cover millions of Canadians and help prevent more serious health issues down the line. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes

The New Democratic Party (NDP) has historically advocated for the expansion of Canada's universal healthcare plan to include dental care. In their 2019 election platform, they proposed a national dental care plan that would cover millions of Canadians. However, their proposal did not specifically mention preventative dental care. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only for low income citizens

The NDP has a history of advocating for social programs and healthcare expansion that benefits low-income citizens. While their 2019 election platform proposed a national dental care plan for all Canadians, they may still support the idea of prioritizing dental care for low-income citizens as a starting point or as part of a broader plan. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only for children

While the NDP's 2019 election platform focused on a national dental care plan for all Canadians, they may still support the idea of prioritizing dental care for children as a starting point. However, their primary goal is to expand coverage for everyone, not just specific groups. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, we cannot afford to add this at the moment

While the NDP may acknowledge the financial challenges of expanding healthcare coverage, they have historically prioritized social programs and healthcare expansion. Their 2019 election platform included a national dental care plan, suggesting that they believe it is possible to afford such an expansion. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No

The NDP has consistently pushed for the inclusion of dental care in Canada's universal healthcare plan, so they would likely disagree with this statement. Their 2019 election platform included a national dental care plan, demonstrating their commitment to expanding dental coverage. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, emergency care is already included, preventative care should be an individual's responsibility.

The NDP has consistently advocated for the expansion of Canada's universal healthcare plan to include dental care, so they would likely disagree with this statement. Their 2019 election platform included a national dental care plan, demonstrating their commitment to expanding dental coverage beyond just emergency care. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

New Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 2,272 voters that identify as New Democratic.

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