Healthcare
Will there be a doctor, a hospital, and care when we need it?
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Commits to repealing and replacing the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA).
- Asked by the HPOA candidate questionnaire (Psychologists of BC for Ethical Care and Governance): "Will you commit to repealing the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) and replacing it with legislation, built with the professions and the public, that keeps politics out of health care?"
- Commits to advocating for repeal and replacement of the Health Professions and Occupations Act
- Says healthcare regulation must prioritize patient safety, professional independence, transparency and accountability
- Wants replacement legislation developed through meaningful consultation with professionals, regulators and the public
“If elected as the MLA for Langford-Highlands, I commit to advocating for the repeal and replacement of the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA). I believe healthcare regulation must prioritize patient safety, professional independence, transparency and accountability, free from political interference. I support developing replacement legislation through meaningful consultation with healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies and the public to ensure a fair, effective and accountable regulatory framework that protects patients and respects the expertise of healthcare professionals.”
(a few sentences)
Source: HPOA and the 2026 BC Election — Psychologists of BC for Ethical Care and Governance · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Scott says continuity of care must be the priority through any funding-model transition, with stability families can count on.
- Continuity of care and support must be a priority throughout any transition to a new funding model
- Families need stability, predictability and confidence their children's needs will be met
- Answer submitted Oct 9, 2026; PRE-WINDOW verified earlier miss — questionnaire never extracted before this run
“I believe continuity of care and support must be a priority throughout any transition to a new funding model. Families need stability, predictability, and confidence that their children's needs will continue to be met.”
(a few sentences)
Source: BC Families for Fair Autism Funding candidate questionnaire — Cindy Scott (Langford-Highlands) · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High