STOP the MANDATORY Phase 2 of the NB Drug Plan

New Brunswick is in need of a catastrophic drug plan. In response to this need, the PC government lead by Premier David Alward created the NB Drug Plan.

The problems with the plan are numerous:

1. Phase 2 makes the drug plan MANDATORY for uninsured New Brunswickers.
2. The premiums are HIGH! ($134 a month for families earning $25k/year & $234 a month for families making $50k/year)
3. There is a 30% copay.
4. The plan excludes all other health coverage (dental, vision, etc.).
5. As it only effects New Brunswickers without employment benefits (insurance), it in essence is placing an additional financial burden on our most vulnerable citizens: small business employees, entrepreneurs, contract workers, those working and living hand-to-mouth.

As it stands right now, all the major political parties are in support of Phase 2. Our voices need to be heard on this important issue. These politicians work for us, and their policies should reflect the needs and realities of the citizens of New Brunswick!

The PC party has promised no tax increases. This plan will be a 3-6% tax on our families! The plan is being touted as a benefit; mandatory Phase 2 makes it another tax.

Please sign this petition and spread the word. New Brunswickers deserve an option, not a tax disguised as a benefit.