2017 was a year of paradox for Ontario’s life sciences sector. We encountered significant roadblocks but we also experienced a surge of momentum. There is a sense of optimism regarding the future of life sciences in Ontario, but an equal sense that there is much work still to be done….
Jason Field
The federal government recently announced the shortlist for its $950 million innovation superclusters initiative, with a notable omission: Out of nine proposals, not one is dedicated to health and life sciences — government’s single biggest budgetary challenge, our largest economic growth opportunity, and a priority for most Canadians. The only…
The province’s life sciences sector is turning heads with its unique ecosystem – but can it make the leap to global economic powerhouse? Life Sciences Ontario’s Jason Field tackles the question. The Atlantic recently featured Toronto innovation hub MaRS Discovery District in a piece that asked the question – is…
Toronto, March 23, 2017 – Life Sciences Ontario (LSO) today announced a new Chair of its Board of Directors, along with two new Board members, strengthening its capacity to foster growth and commercialization in Ontario’s life sciences sector. Mark Smithyes will assume the role of Chair, effective immediately; he replaces…
Jason Field, Life Sciences Ontario President & CEO, on the dangerous myths putting Canada’s pharmaceutical industry at risk US President Donald Trump recently sent biotech stocks tumbling with his claim that the pharmaceutical industry is “getting away with murder.” In a meeting with major US pharma companies this week, he again…
It’s been a long and bumpy road toward CETA. The much-anticipated Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union was signed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday under provisional terms, bringing the majority of the deal into force. The agreement continues provisions directly impacting Canada’s life…
The federal government recently launched consultations to develop a Canada-wide innovation agenda. Each year, there are dozens of conferences, symposia, and surveys consulting our knowledge industries. The government wants to know how to translate our strengths in science and technology into jobs and economic prosperity. Time and time again, the…
Insights from Dr. Jason Field, President & CEO, Life Sciences OntarioMore than 60 of Canada’s hottest life sciences companies presented to a keen audience of US and international investors at the Bloom Burton conference last week in Toronto. There is no question in my mind that Canada is at a…