Hyer to Host Public Health forum’s
BRUCE HYER TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETINGS ON HEALTH CARE
Thunder Bay-Superior North MP Bruce Hyer
New Democrat Health Critic Megan Leslie, MP (Halifax) joins Thunder Bay–Superior North MP Bruce Hyer to host public forums on Seniors’ Health Care, Aboriginal Health Care
THUNDER BAY – Soaring drug costs, an aging population, difficulty in attracting & retaining skilled health professionals, and the unique health delivery situation in rural and northern communities are all challenges that effect health care in the Northwest. What needs to be done to improve health care delivery for seniors? How can ballooning costs be managed without sacrificing critical care?
These and other health system concerns will be addressed at public meetings on health care, hosted by Bruce Hyer, MP and special guest, New Democrat Health Care Critic Megan Leslie, MP.
The events are open to the public:
Seniors’ Health Care Public Forum
With Bruce Hyer, MP & New Democrat Health Care Critic Meagan Leslie, MP
9:30 – 11am on Tuesday, July 27
55 Plus Centre – 700 River Street, Thunder Bay
Aboriginal Health Care Public Round Table
With Bruce Hyer, MP, New Democrat Health Care Critic Meagan Leslie, MP, & Guests
3:30 – 4:30pm on Tuesday, July 27
Anishnabe Mushkiki – 29 Royston Court, Thunder Bay
The public meetings are an opportunity for constituents to talk to their local Member of Parliament about health care system issues they are concerned about, including regional and national issues, and will inform the Member’s work in championing local concerns in Ottawa. Guests are invited to ask questions or make statements.
Refreshments will be served.
