Final Report : Standing Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology on Population Health
June, 2009
Canada is generally perceived as one of the greatest countries in the world in which to live. It has a vast and diverse geography rich in natural resources, clean air and a vast territory. When it comes to health however, we unfortunately have serious disparities. Some Canadians live their lives in excellent health with one of the highest life expectancies in the world; paradoxically others spend their life in poor health, with a life expectancy similar to some third world countries. The unfortunate Canadians, who suffer poor health throughout their lifetime, are frequently less productive adding to the burden on the health care delivery system and social safety net. We can not correct this inequity through the health care delivery system itself, regardless of the expenditure we devote to it.
