Health minister won't say when millions more Canadians can apply for dental coverage

Canada's health minister says millions of Canadians who aren't currently eligible for the national dental insurance plan will be able to apply "as soon as possible in the new year" — but he won't say exactly when or who might qualify next.

Health minister won't say when millions more Canadians can apply for dental coverage
Students are pictured at Vancouver Community College dental clinic in Vancouver, B.C, on Friday, November 1, 2024 practicing dental work on a dummy.

Canada's health minister says millions of Canadians who aren't currently eligible for the national dental insurance plan will be able to apply "as soon as possible in the new year" — but he won't say exactly when or who might qualify next.