The Santis team shares its insights on the key sectors and factors driving decisions and change in the health care and life sciences sector across Canada.
Rapid Recap: Federal Health Minister Releases Long-Awaited Canada Health Act Interpretation Letter
January 10, 2025 - The Federal Minister of Health has released the long-awaited Canada Health Act Interpretation Letter. The fourth Interpretation Letter since the creation of the Canada Health Act (CHA) in 1984, this letter clarifies the federal government’s interpretation of the CHA. In some cases, it also addresses changes in health care since the Act was adopted.
Read MoreSantis Health Expands to Atlantic Canada with the Appointment of Everton McLean as Vice President
Toronto, ON - January 9, 2025 - Joining Santis Health as Vice President of Atlantic Canada, Everton McLean, a senior communications leader, will drive the firm’s expansion to the East Coast, building on the successful Western Canada launch two years ago. Over the past 12 years, Santis has grown from an Ontario-based agency into a national practice, now offering expertise to clients from coast to coast.
Read MoreRapid Recap: Federal Cabinet Shuffle & Political Updates
December 20, 2024 - After a turbulent few months for the embattled Liberals, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has unveiled his new cabinet. This move was long overdue, as several ministers had been juggling multiple responsibilities to cover for cabinet resignations. Most urgently, following the recent resignation of Housing Minister Sean Fraser and the dramatic departure of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, the Prime Minister needed to stabilize his team before the new year. This comes as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office on January 20, 2025 with a protectionist agenda.
Read MoreRapid Recap: A Day of Political Turbulence in Ottawa: Key Updates and Implications
December 16, 2024 may be remembered as one of the most surprising and important days in recent federal politics and in the life of the Trudeau Government. This memo summarizes what transpired and includes key updates regarding the changing dynamics of the federal government, the Fall Economic Statement (FES), the release of the 2025 Pre-Budget Consultations Report from the Standing Committee on Finance, and the Council of the Federation meeting.
Read MoreRapid Recap: 2024 Annual Report from the Office of the Auditor General of Ontario
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 - Ontario’s Auditor General Shelley Spence released her 2024 Annual Report today, containing 10 audits covering a range of topics. While all eyes were on the contentious redevelopment of Ontario Place, five audits examined the province’s opioid strategy, the funding and construction of health care facilities and the digitization of government services by ServiceOntario.
Read MoreSantis Health continues to expand its Western Canada Practice with the addition of Sean Ashton as Consultant, based out of Victoria, B.C.
Vancouver - November 28, 2024 - Santis Health continues to expand its Western Canada Practice with the addition of Sean Ashton as Consultant, based out of Victoria, B.C..
Read MoreRapid Recap: New British Columbia Cabinet Unveiled by Premier Eby
Monday, November 18, 2024 - Following the British Columbia provincial election on October 19, where the BC NDP secured a slim majority, Lieutenant Governor Janet Austin reappointed David Eby as Premier and swore in his new Cabinet today. The new executive council includes new faces in key Ministries including Finance, Health, Energy and Public Safety. It comprises 23 Ministers and four Ministers of State, making the 27-member cabinet the same size as Eby's pre-election executive council.
Read MoreSantis Memo: Recent Elections Point to a Volatile Electorate and the Need for Tangible Action on Health Care
Thursday, October 31, 2024 - Three provincial elections took place in October which saw governments of different political stripes face significant headwinds from voters with health care, education, affordability and housing being common issues throughout these contests. The elections saw a change of government in New Brunswick, while the incumbent governments in British Columbia and Saskatchewan remained in place, though with far fewer seats and a much stronger Official Opposition.
Read MoreRapid Recap: 2024 Ontario Fall Economic Statement
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - This afternoon, Ontario’s Finance Minister, Peter Bethlenfalvy, presented the 2024 Fall Economic Statement Building Ontario for You which focuses on five key themes: Ontario’s Economy; Building Infrastructure, Highways and Transit; Keeping Costs Down; Better Services; and Working for Workers.
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