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 Budget 2024
April 16, 2024 - Earlier today, Federal Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland tabled the 2024-25 Budget titled Fairness for Every Generation in the House of Commons. The budget includes $53 billion in new spending with a deficit of $40 billion this fiscal year. The governing Liberals hope that Canadians see this budget as one that addresses affordability and housing, and creates fiscal room through targeted taxes on large corporations and Canada’s wealthiest 1%. The budget notably includes significant investment in health research and artificial intelligence, while continuing to meet the demands of the NDP and Liberal Supply and a Confidence Agreement, including investment in pharmacare.
Read MoreCatherine Brown Brings 25 Years of Public Sector Insights to Santis Health
Toronto, ON – April 10, 2024 — Santis Health is excited to welcome Catherine Brown as Senior Associate, marking a significant enhancement to our team's expertise and leadership. Catherine's distinguished career spans over 30 years in the public sector, where she has held several leadership roles, including as Ontario Health’s Executive Vice-President for pandemic response.
Read MoreJohn Wellner Strengthens Santis Health with Deep Health Care Sector Insight
Toronto, ON – April 3, 2024 — In a strategic move to bolster our expertise and client services, Santis Health is delighted to announce the appointment of John Wellner as an Associate. John's arrival is timely, aligning with Santis' efforts to enhance its strategy, policy development, and public affairs engagement across the health care landscape. With more than 20 years of experience, John is uniquely positioned to drive Santis' mission forward, particularly in managing complex client relationships, conducting thorough policy analyses, and steering project management initiatives with precision.
Read MoreRapid Recap: Manitoba Releases Health Care Focused Budget
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - Manitoba Minister of Finance Adrien Sala tabled the NDP government’s first budget since being elected in the fall of 2023. It projects $23.3 billion in overall spending with a forecast deficit of $796 million. The government's net debt is forecast to climb this year to $35 billion.
Read MoreRapid Recap: Ontario Budget 2024
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - Ontario Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the Ontario 2024 Budget “Building a Better Ontario” this afternoon. The budget includes overall spending of $214.5 billion, including $85 billion in health spending, a modest increase from $84.5 billion in 2023-24. The deficit continues to grow to $9.8 billion this year, with Ontario projecting a balanced budget just in time for the next general election in 2026.
Read MoreRapid Recap: Saskatchewan’s Election Ready 2024 Budgets
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - Today, Saskatchewan Finance Minister Donna Harpauer released the Moe Government’s 2024-25 Budget. This budget includes a record $20.1 billion in spending, an increase of $1.5 billion, or 7.9%, over last year's budget. The budget features a projected deficit of $273.2 million, though the government predicts a surplus in 2025-26 from increasing revenues driven by a growing population, labour force, and economy.
Read MoreAvis Favaro, Acclaimed Health Journalist, Joins the Santis Health Team
Toronto, ON – March 13, 2024 — Avis Favaro, renowned health journalist, who has worked for both Global News and CTV News has joined the Santis Health team as a Senior Advisor. Avis stands as Canada's longest-serving television medical correspondent.
Read MoreSantis Celebrates International Women's Day 2024
March 8, 2024- To recognize International Women’s Day (IWD) this year, Santis Health is spotlighting just a few of our company's hardworking, whipsmart women. This year’s IWD theme is #InspireInclusion.
Read MoreDr. James Wright Joins Santis Health, Adding to the Firm's Clinical and Health Policy Expertise
Toronto, ON – March 6, 2024 — Santis Health is pleased to announce Dr. James Wright has joined the firm as its newest Associate. An internationally acclaimed physician, Dr. Wright will be instrumental in guiding strategy, policy development, and public affairs activity for Santis clients.
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