9:15 AM - 9:30 AM

Guest Arrival and Registration

9:30 AM - 9:35 AM

Opening Welcome from The Economic Club of Canada

9:35 AM - 9:45 AM

Opening Remarks

The Honourable Victor Fedeli
Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade

9:45 AM - 9:55 AM

Keynote

Dr. Dante Morra
Founder and Chair, CAN Health Network
President, THP Solutions and Chief Clinical Innovation Officer

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9:55 AM - 10:35 AM

Smart Medicine: Navigating AI's Impact on Health Care

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the health-care industry and disrupting various facets of care delivery. This panel will explore the profound impact of AI on the health-care labour market, diagnostic processes, and medical research, offering insights into how these changes are reshaping the future of health care. Join our expert panelists as they discuss the latest ways that AI is transforming health care. We’ll discuss the critical steps needed to ensure that AI-driven advancements are implemented responsibly and equitably. Whether you are a health-care professional, researcher, or industry leader, this discussion will offer valuable perspectives on the future of AI in Canada’s health care systems.

 

Moderator:

Mark Smithyes
National Practice Leader
Delphic Research Group

Panelists:

Jason Grier
CEO - President
Delphic Research Group

Dr. Dante Morra
Founder and Chair, CAN Health Network
President, THP Solutions and Chief Clinical Innovation Officer

Brigitte Nolet
President and CEO
Roche Canada Pharmaceuticals

10:35 AM - 10:50 AM

Networking Coffee Break

10:50 AM - 11:30 AM

Beyond Borders: Patient Advocacy in a Changing Health-Care Landscape

Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion on the intricacies of the Canadian health-care system. Our panel, consisting of health-care professionals and patient advocates, will offer their perspectives on key aspects of Canadian patient care. They will explore the importance of patient advocacy in empowering individuals to participate in their health-care decisions. We’ll explore the accelerating trend of Canadians pursuing medical treatment abroad, especially in the United States. Learn about the importance of building productive doctor-patient relationships in promoting positive health outcomes and fulfilling careers in health care.

 

Moderator:

Carly Weeks
Health Reporter
Globe and Mail

Panelists:

Matthew Lister
Founder
Scenario Five Planning

Dr. Dominik Nowak
President
Ontario Medical Association

Laurie Jenkins
Patient Advocate
Healthcare Navigators Inc.

11:30 AM - 12:10 PM

Networking Lunch

12:10 PM - 12:40 PM

Keynote

This address will highlight the critical link between health and economic prosperity, underscoring that a healthy population is essential to Canada's productivity and growth. Through key initiatives and substantial federal investments, it will outline our efforts to strengthen primary care, enhance access to healthcare, and reduce disparities across communities. The address will also emphasize innovation as a catalyst for modernizing health systems, improving outcomes, and ensuring accountability in healthcare spending. Ultimately, it envisions a future where health investments fuel collective economic resilience, benefiting Canadians for generations to come.

Speaker:

The Honourable Mark Holland
Canada's Minister of Health

Fireside Chat

Moderator:

Avis Favaro
Health Journalist
Hypochondria Health Communications

Speaker:

The Honourable Mark Holland
Canada's Minister of Health

12:40 PM - 12:45 PM

Closing Remarks Economic Club of Canada