Our distinguished panel of Deputy Ministers will discuss how Ontario can take a more coordinated, “All-of-Government” approach to innovation and economic growth—bridging silos, aligning strategies, and creating the conditions for success across the life sciences and beyond.
Key themes include:
-Strengthening an All-of-Government approach to innovation and economic growth
-Enhancing policy coordination and inter-ministerial collaboration
-Understanding geopolitical and economic implications for Ontario’s competitiveness
-Addressing talent repatriation and workforce mobility
-Bridging silos within government and across industry sectors
Opening Remarks: Pierre-Alex Landry, Vice President, Access and Value, Pfizer Canada
Moderator: Robyn M. Saccon, VP, Public Affairs, BD Canada
Panelists:
–John Kelly, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness
-J.P. Cadeau, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
–Jonathan Lebi, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
–Peter Kaftarian, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Long-Term Care
–Sean Twyford, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Health
–David Wai, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Research Excellence and Security
Closing Remarks: Parimal Nathwani, President and CEO, Toronto Innovation Acceleration Partners
Agenda:
8:30 AM – Registration/Breakfast/Networking
9:00 AM – Panel with the Deputy Minister’s
10:00 AM – Networking
Pricing:
Member – $10
Non-member – $30
Student – $5
