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What is universal healthcare in Canada?
- Healthcare funded entirely by the federal government
- Free healthcare for all residents funded by the provinces
- A private insurance system subsidised by the government
- A system where all Canadian citizens and permanent residents have access to medically necessary hospital and physician services without direct charges at point of care
Why this is the correct answer
Universal healthcare in Canada, sometimes called Medicare, ensures that all citizens and permanent residents can access essential medical services without paying out of pocket at the time of care. Provinces and territories administer these services, funded through taxes.