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.
Governor General Mary Simon delivers Speech from the Throne
On November 23, the Governor General of Canada delivered the Speech from the Throne to open the 44th Parliament of Canada. The speech officially launches Justin Trudeau’s third term and outlines the government’s vision for the country over the course of this mandate.
Read MoreOntario's Fall Economic Statement: Build Ontario
On November 4, Ontario Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy delivered the Ford Government’s 2021 Fall Economic Statement entitled Build Ontario. This announcement adds details to the government’s high-level policy platform outlined in the Speech from the Throne in October.
Read MoreNew Cabinet Committees and Parliamentary Secretaries
On December 3, the Prime Minister announced both the formation of his all-important Cabinet Committees, which review and approve government policies and funding initiatives.
Read MoreFederal Election 2021: Trudeau Liberal’s returned with a Minority Government
Despite losing the popular vote, Justin Trudeau has been re-elected Prime Minister and will lead the 44th Canadian Parliament with a minority government. At time of writing, there are a number of seats too close to call, with the Liberal Party currently winning or leading with 159 seats, the Conservatives 119, the NDP 25 and Bloc Quebecois 33.
Read MoreOntario Announces Mandatory Vaccines for Long-Term Care Staff
Minister of Long-Term Care Rod Phillips announced that all long-term care (LTC) staff, support workers, students and volunteers in Ontario will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by November 15, 2021, or to show proof of a valid medical exemption.
Read MorePost-Election 2021: What the Liberal minority government means for your organization
After a summer election with the second lowest voter turnout in Canadian history, the Liberals have secured a minority government.
Read MoreElection 2021: Everything health care leaders need to know about the state of the campaign, polling, party platforms and potential election impacts
After months of speculation, Canadians are expected to head to the polls in September. There is no question that this election will be historic with voters’ minds on pandemic recovery; however, many questions remain unanswered.
Read MorePremier Ford makes significant changes to cabinet one year prior to election
On June 18, 2021, Premier Doug Ford unveiled a new cabinet, adding one new associate minister and three new ministers.
Read MoreSantis grows its health communications practice with a new Vice President
Santis Health builds on its growing communications practice with the hiring of Laura Mandell as Vice President, Communications.
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