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We reviewed funding legislation and program documentation for adult Canadians (\u226518 years of age) covered by their provincial, territorial, or federal health care plan. Documents were obtained online or through administrative staff. Policy evaluation was guided by the Disability Policy Lens from the Canadian Disability Policy Alliance.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Key Issues.<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Coverage ranges from full funding for all individuals within the jurisdiction to programs limited by strict eligibility criteria. Each jurisdiction defines \u201cdisability\u201d or \u201cbasic\/essential need\u201d differently, contributing to further funding disparities.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Implications.<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Funding policies differ substantially across Canada, resulting in unequal access to equipment dependent on province or territory. 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