[La Lydia]

You are probably familiar with the concept of “nomenklatura,” from the Soviet Union. This episode makes it clear that a nomenklatura has been established and is in operation in Canada, and is being prepared for us.

[USFRIENDINVICTORIA]

There's a nomenklatura for sure — but, this isn't quite the same thing. Williams is independently wealthy — he used his own funds to pay for his treatment. He could have (as many others in his position have done) used his political power to get special treatment & that would be an example of the perks of nomenklatura.