Minister of Health (Canada)
In the
Cabinet of Canada, The
Minister of Health is responsible for overseeing the federal government's health department (
Health Canada) and enforcing the
Canada Health Act, the law governing
Medicare.
From its establishment in 1944 to 1996, the post was known as the Minister of National Health and Welfare.
Noted Health ministers of the past have included Paul Martin, Sr, Monique Bégin, Jake Epp and Allan Rock.
See also