Amahnda Powers

Discussions with government officials about timely access to care and treatment for people living with arthritis (including pharmacare, addressing wait times, models of care, and pain management). Excise Tax Act, specifically with respect to the application of sales tax on medical cannabis Discussions with government officials with respect to policy and regulation of medical cannabis. Discussions with government about strategies and supports to help improve quality of life for people living with arthritis. Advocate for increased government funding for research, innovation and data related to arthritis and to support patient oriented research. Government support for health charities.