Is private medical care legal in Ontario?

Yes, private medical care is legal in Ontario, but it operates within certain restrictions. While the Canada Health Act mandates that essential medical services must be publicly funded and accessible without direct charges, individuals can purchase private health insurance or pay out-of-pocket for non-covered services. However, private clinics cannot charge for services that are deemed medically necessary and covered by the public system. As a result, the landscape of private care in Ontario is primarily focused on services outside the public insurance framework.