THE Federal NDP said on Tuesday that Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre on Monday threated to do everything he could to delay the budget from passing. By blocking the budget legislation, Poilievre and the Conservatives would stop 3.5 million Canadians from saving hundreds of dollars with free dental care.

The NDP said that the people Poilievre is hurting are Canadians under 18, people with disabilities and seniors struggling to keep up with the cost of living. Meanwhile, the Conservative Leader has had dental coverage since he was elected in 2004 and has been covered for more than $40,000.

“The Conservative Leader telling senior citizens that they don’t deserve the help he’s had for decades is hypocritical and wrong,” said NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh. “Pierre Poilievre has had dental coverage on the taxpayers’ dime for the last 20 years. And he’s telling single moms who are scrimping and saving to get their teenager to the dentist that they don’t deserve a break. He’s really showing his true colours.

“Instead of grandstanding on the budget, and trying to score political points, he should get to work for Canadians who need this money back in their pockets.”