Nova Scotia Premier Apologizes for Denied Medical Coverage

Court overturns province's refusal to fund out-of-province treatments for two women with rare conditions.

Nova Scotia Supreme Court Justice Timothy Gabriel ruled that the province's process for denying out-of-province medical treatment was flawed and discriminatory.
Jennifer Brady and Crystal Ellingsen were initially denied coverage for necessary treatments unavailable in Canada, leading to significant personal expenses.
Premier Tim Houston apologized and committed to reimbursing the women for their medical and legal costs, as well as funding future necessary treatments.
The court's decision highlighted systemic issues in the province's health insurance program, prompting calls for a comprehensive review by the auditor general.
Despite the court ruling, Brady expressed skepticism about political promises, emphasizing the need for tangible action to improve healthcare access.