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There’s a natural solution to Canada’s productivity and economic challenges, but our leaders are ignoring it. In a new op-ed for the Calgary Herald, our Senior Director of Natural Resources, Bryan Detchou, and Senior Economist, Andrew DiCapua, shed light on how Canada's natural resources sector can drive our economy forward. With productivity lagging and living standards under pressure, increasing investment in this high-potential sector could be key to reversing these trends. As we prepare for the final stops of our #NaturalResourcesTour in Winnipeg, Vancouver, and Calgary next week, we’re bringing these crucial discussions to the forefront. It’s not too late to join the conversation and help shape Canada’s natural resources future. Register here ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/dXFQVWFT Read the full op-ed here ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/edsSy7uE

While we respect the work of members of the Senate Standing Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology, we are disappointed to see Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act, move to a final vote without any amendments. Since this legislation was tabled, the government has presented Canadians with conflicting views of its national pharmacare program. The Senate must amend C-64 to reassure Canadians – consistent with the Minister’s public statements – that they will not lose access to the medicines they take through their workplace benefits plans to stay healthy. Our statement ⤵ https://lnkd.in/eJZEzxnx #Pharmacare #PharmacareAct #BillC64 #Healthcare #HealthInsurance

Yesterday, our SVP and General Manager, Quebec, Kathy Megyery, and Director, Policy and GR, Liam MacDonald, appeared before the Senate Standing Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology to express our concerns with Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act. We support the goal of achieving universal prescription drug coverage in Canada, but a single-payer, public system is not the right way to get there. Only a small minority of Canadians currently lack access to prescription drug coverage. It would be far more pragmatic and fiscally responsible to target a plan at those who need it, as the government did with dental care, instead of completely overhauling a system that is largely well functioning. The Minister of Health has stated that Canadians will not lose their existing coverage under the federal plan. However, this is not reflected in the language of the bill. We hope that the bill will be amended to address this critical lack of clarity and ensure that 27 million Canadians with existing workplace drug insurance benefits do not lose their coverage. Watch the appearance ⤵ https://lnkd.in/dipBF4a8 #PharmaCare #PharmaCareAct #BillC64 #HealthCare #HealthCoverage #DrugCoverage #HealthInsurance

The continued bipartisan concerns about Canada’s digital services tax from the United States, including the recent invocation of CUSMA dispute resolution and letter from the Ways and Means Committee’s Subcommittee on Trade, make it clear that the Canada’s digital services tax is undermining our relationship with our closest ally. Canada must find resolution with the United States and halt the imposition of a unilateral DST, or at the very least, remove damaging retroactivity.

Thank you to all who joined us yesterday for our event on health data interoperability and its role in advancing connected care across Canada. The event brought together key leaders to discuss how data-driven innovations are transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes. The Hon. Mark Holland, PC, MP, Canada's Minister of Health, kicked off the event, sharing insights into Bill C-72, the Connected Care for Canadians Act. His remarks emphasized the need for cross-sector collaboration to create a truly interoperable health data ecosystem that empowers Canadians with greater access to and control over their health information. Throughout the day, leaders from both the public and private sectors underscored the significance of collaboration, innovative technologies, and strategic digital initiatives in advancing patient care. Discussions highlighted the necessity of leveraging effective data use, AI-driven innovations, and robust policy frameworks to navigate current healthcare challenges and accelerate the integration of digital solutions. Contributors from diverse backgrounds offered invaluable perspectives, including Elizabeth Toller from Health Canada | Santé Canada, Luk Arbuckle of IQVIA, Dr. Anderson Chuck of the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), Brigitte Nolet from Roche Canada, Dr. Lyle Oberg of Alberta Health Services, Christine Sham from Ontario’s Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, and Michael Green of Canada Health Infoway. Their collective insights reinforced the urgency of adopting innovative approaches to improve patient outcomes and system efficiency. We were also pleased to be joined by Saara Malkamäki from the University of Basel’s Innovation Office, who shared international perspectives on health data interoperability. Her insights into successful models from Europe provided valuable lessons for the future of Canada’s healthcare system. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our speakers for their contributions and for advancing this important conversation. A special thank you goes to our sponsors, IQVIA and Roche Canada, whose generous support made this event a resounding success. #HealthData #HealthCare #Interoperability #ConnectedCare #HealthcareInnovation #Canada

Today’s announcement regarding the entry into force of the tariff on Chinese-made EVs, as well as the list of applicable Chinese-made steel and aluminum products, is an important step towards bolstering Canada's economic security. Check out our recent statement for more info ⤵️

We're welcoming some new members! Welcome to #TeamChamber 💡 DEEP Earth Energy Production Build a Dream Membership to the Canadian Chamber gives you what you need to succeed: insight, influence and impact. It also adds your voice to the power of approx. 400 chambers of commerce and boards of trade and over 200,000 businesses across the country, working together to create the conditions for our collective success. Learn more about how your business, association or chamber can join our network here: https://lnkd.in/gy3YjWsu ************************************************************************ Nous accueillons de nouveaux membres ! Bienvenue à #TeamChamber 💡 DEEP Earth Energy Production Build a Dream L'adhésion à la Chambre de commerce du Canada vous donne ce dont vous avez besoin pour réussir : information, influence et impact. Elle ajoute également votre voix à celle d'environ 400 chambres de commerce et conseils d'administration et de plus de 200 000 entreprises à travers le pays, travaillant ensemble pour créer les conditions de notre succès collectif. Découvrez comment votre entreprise, association ou chambre peut rejoindre notre réseau ici : https://lnkd.in/gteBknX7

Check out this new webinar from our partners at Vooban 👇 Vooban is a proud member of our Future of Artificial Intelligence Council, which focuses on the responsible development, deployment and use of AI in business. Some great insights to come from this event! #sponsored