On May 9th Minister of Finance Jim Flaherty delivered the Ontario government's Budget 2001 . The budget also addressed the fact that some responsible choices need to be made to ensure a strong future. The proportion of money the government spends on health care will rise to 45 cents for every dollar, up from 38 cents five years ago. Left unchecked, this rate of increase would quickly become unsustainable.
Reform is necessary to ensure that the health care system continues to function at an optimal level.
Public sector institutions, like hospitals, are being directed to demonstrate greater accountability to taxpayers. The government will recognize the achievements of the most efficient hospitals. For more details on Budget 2001, visit the Ministry of Finance site. Studies show that most Ontarians are aware of the health benefits of an active lifestyle. The bad news is, people don't always follow through with their plans.