Enhancing Public Service Efficiency Through Public-Private Partnerships: A Focus on Healthcare in Canada

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10.2991/978-2-38476-222-4_58How to use a DOI?

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Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs); efficiency; healthcare services; Canada; resource allocation; knowledge exchange; project risks; Traditional Public Sector model (TIP)

Abstract

This paper explores the role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in enhancing the efficiency of public service delivery, with a specific focus on healthcare services in Canada. Rooted in neoliberal economic principles and evolving in response to government deficits and aging populations, PPPs have become a viable approach for governments worldwide. In the context of Canadian healthcare, PPPs aim to address resource shortages, healthcare distribution disparities, and budget constraints by leveraging the strengths of both the public and private sectors. The paper analyzes the application of PPPs in Canadian healthcare, emphasizing their potential to integrate resources, foster knowledge exchange, mitigate project risks, and optimize resource allocation for improved efficiency. However, it also acknowledges instances where PPPs may lead to higher costs, increased risks, and operational delays, potentially reducing their efficiency. Drawing on diverse definitions of PPPs, the study outlines their operational modes in Canadian healthcare and compares their efficiency with the Traditional Public Sector model (TIP). While highlighting the advantages of PPPs, it critically recognizes situations where they may fall short. Canada’s prominent position in PPP development, particularly in healthcare, offers valuable insights into the global advancement of PPPs in various sectors.

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AU  - Xiaoyu Li
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/03/26
TI  - Enhancing Public Service Efficiency Through Public-Private Partnerships: A Focus on Healthcare in Canada
BT  - Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Culture, Design and Social Development (CDSD 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 468
EP  - 474
SN  - 2352-5398
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DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-222-4_58
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