I will give the Nova Scotia government credit for its openness, but I am horrified by some of the wait times they publish.

My wife and I are often amazed at how quickly our US friends get medical attention when they need it. Generally, from first symptoms to initial tests, we wait 6-8 months if it is "serious". 

Here is Canadian Health Care: 54 days, in an urgent case, to initially see a physical therapist (unless you are a politician)