"Canada's healthcare system stands at a critical crossroads. For decades, our universal healthcare has been a source of national pride and identity, representing our collective belief that access to quality medical care is a fundamental right for all citizens. However, this once-sturdy pillar of Canadian society now faces unprecedented challenges that threaten its sustainability and effectiveness in serving the population it was designed to protect"   The symptoms of crisis are increasingly visible across the country. Emergency departments are overwhelmed, with patients often waiting hours or even days for care. Wait times for specialists and surgical procedures continue to stretch into months and sometimes years. Perhaps most alarmingly, millions of Canadians lack access to a family physician, the traditional entry point and coordinator of care within our system. These challenges are not merely inconveniences—they represent real barriers to timely, effective healthca...