Final answer:
The provinces that use a combination of premiums and employer tax to fund their health care are Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec. Options 1, 2, 3, and 4 are correct.
Step-by-step explanation:
In contrast with the U.S. health insurance market, where private firms play a significant role, the Canadian system involves a combination of government-run programs and contributions from both individuals and employers.
In the Canadian context, each province has the autonomy to design its funding mechanisms for healthcare within the framework of the Canada Health Act. For example, Ontario uses a health premium which is collected through the income tax system but also requires employers to contribute to health funding through payroll taxes, like the Employer Health Tax.
British Columbia has recently eliminated medical service plan premiums and now funds healthcare through employer health taxes. Alberta also has a mix of public funding and relies on employer contributions, while Quebec uses a health services fund which involves contributions from employers based on payroll.
Options 1, 2, 3, and 4 are correct.