The main objective of this bill is to amend the Canada Health Act to explicitly include mental health, addictions, and substance use health services. This reflects a growing recognition of the importance of these services for the overall health of Canadians.

Key provisions of the bill include adding these services to the list of insured health services under the Canada Health Act. This may involve changes to the criteria of accessibility and portability of health services, ensuring that all Canadians have equitable access to these services, regardless of where they live.

The Canada Health Act would be amended to include these new categories of services. This might require adjustments in provincial and territorial legislation, as the delivery of health services falls under provincial jurisdiction.

Those affected by this bill include Canadians with mental health, addictions, and substance use needs, as well as health professionals working in these fields. Provincial and territorial governments would also be impacted, as they would need to adapt their healthcare systems to meet the new federal requirements.