‘When people thrive, communities thrive’: Jacques Goulet on pharmacare, virtual care, and how technological innovation is shaping Canadian health

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29 Nov 24

On this special episode of Hub Dialogues, Jacques Goulet, the executive chair of Sun Life Canada and chair of the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association, discusses the industry’s experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, the exciting progress of virtual care, and the risk of a single-payer pharmacare model. This discussion was held on October 24th, 2024 in Ottawa, Ontario.

This episode was made possible by the Canadian Health and Life Insurance Association and the generosity of listeners like you. Donate today.

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