“The Canadian Nurses Foundation thanks nurses across Canada – nurses who are going above and beyond the call of duty every day.  Our nurse heroes are risking their own health and their own lives on the front lines of a war we must win.  A battle that together – we will win! A very special thank you to our Covid-19 Fund for Nurses Founding Sponsor, the TYLENOL® brand, Founding Donor, Johnson & Johnson, and all community partners who have recognized the important and critical role nurses are playing for all of us.”

“The member companies of Innovative Medicines Canada have a strong history of success in discovering, developing and delivering medicines and vaccines that Canadians need to live healthy and productive lives. We have, over time and as a country, prioritized innovative health research within the health care system, with the effect of creating an environment that allows our best and brightest to do their complex and important work. We want to work with all levels of government will continue to support life sciences research in Canada through effective and thoughtful public policy. This includes developing policies and programs that ensure Canadians have access to new medicines, when they need them.”

“Canadian breakthroughs have been changing the world for decades. With careful management, Canada will continue to be a leader in fostering innovation, research and development. Companies like ours thrive in partnership with forward-thinking governments who invest in new technologies. Together we create well-paying, knowledge-based jobs that are leading to discoveries in the new fields of cell therapy and regenerative medicine.”

‘’The Douglas Research Centre is a unique site, bringing together nearly 70 researchers from diverse disciplines to study mental health. It has been recognized as a world leader in mental health research for the past 40 years and continues to evolve in line with the vision of its founders – that of applying a biopsychosocial approach to psychiatric illness. This integration of multiple disciplines, ranging from basic neuroscience to social interventions, remains one of its priorities and has led to key advances in understanding the causes of psychiatric disorders across the lifespan, advancing treatments, and helping improve access to services.’’

“As one of the world’s largest healthcare companies we appreciate the important role the Federal Government plays in helping Canadians receive quality healthcare.  We look forward to partnering with the newly elected Government to solve some of Canada’s biggest healthcare challenges.  Innovative technologies, services and solutions will play a key role in transforming healthcare and we are excited to do our part to assist the Government, providers and patients in making Canada’s healthcare system the best in the world. Let’s take healthcare further, together.”

“A member of the U15 group of Canadian research universities, Queen’s has a long history of discovery and innovation that has shaped our knowledge and helped address some of the world’s most pressing questions, including issues around health care.  Through our work with collaborators, communities, governments and industry, we are a catalyst for advancing research and knowledge mobilization.  I look forward to our future conversations about how we can work together to advance our common priorities.”

“As an international leader in translational health research, Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry has delivered breakthrough discoveries that have profoundly changed health care. We remain vigilant in our mission to create knowledge in the science of health across the life span, to strengthen research knowledge translation and implementation and to foster a strong culture of research. This can and will be achieved through the commitment of our School and University through continued collaboration with our partners and with strong investment from all levels of government.”

“Everywhere we look, stem cells are a hot topic of discussion. They are synonymous with the promise of better health. The Stem Cell Network (SCN) believes in this promise, which experience tells us will only be realized through scientific excellence. SCN has been a leader in this field for nearly two decades, producing outstanding science that has brought greater understanding and new treatments for disease and illness. There is much to be proud of and so much more to do. We look forward to leading Canadian stem cell research and seeing it translated for the benefit of all.”

“One in 10 Canadians struggles every day with a substance use disorder. Addiction touches everyone, regardless of age, gender, skin color, religion or income. Through collaborative efforts with partners across our country, CCSA is finding solutions based on the evidence and creating hope for Canadians suffering the harms of substance use.”

“Wellness is a personal journey, and it starts with digestive health. CDHF is a digestive health partner who can make sense of information and provide a thoughtful, cohesive digestive health plan that encompasses all facets – from the food individuals eat, the lifestyle they lead, the medications they take and beyond.”

“Nursing research has a tremendous impact on current and future professional nursing practice, improving quality of life, health and health care for patients, families and communities. Investment in nursing research is essential to answer critical questions and find innovative solutions to address the health care needs of those in Canada.”

“Carleton University welcomes Members of Parliament to the 43rd Parliament of Canada. We are proud to work closely with our government partners in important areas of health and wellness research, including accessibility, aging, cognition and biomechanical engineering. We look forward to continuing our collaborations this session.”

“For over a century, health charities have been in your community supporting patients, caregivers and their families as they journey through diagnosis, treatment and personal health management and raising funds for break-through discoveries.  On behalf of the members of the Health Charities Coalition of Canada, we look forward to working with you to address the health and wellness of Canadians.”

“Health and well-being have been included as part of the five research priorities in our University Research Plan. We are making significant advances in health research, particularly in areas that will positively impact the health of those living in remote and rural communities in Northern Ontario.”

“Focused investments in research will help to improve outcomes for women diagnosed with ovarian cancer, the most fatal women’s cancer in Canada. Following 4 years of collective efforts by Ovarian Cancer Canada, women living with the disease, and advocates across the country, the Government of Canada announced a first-ever commitment of $10 million for ovarian cancer research in 2019. We are now stewarding that investment through a new, Pan-Canadian research initiative, called OvCAN.  We look forward to accelerating progress on this disease as a result of this funding, and ultimately giving women a chance to live fuller, better, longer lives.”

“Research holds the key to solving Parkinson’s, and those affected by this life-altering disease welcome new and better treatments while the quest for a cure continues. We can accelerate discoveries through collaboration and partnerships between the scientific community and charitable organizations. For too many in our community, it’s personal, and a cure can’t wait.”

“Canada ranks 25th of 41 OECD countries for the health and well-being of children. Rates of chronic disease, wait times to access to mental health services, and prevalence of rare disease have never been higher. We can and must do better to ensure our policies, research and investments are putting children on a path for life-long health and well-being.”

“The Conference Board of Canada’s health team leads research and capacity-building initiatives that improve Canada’s healthcare systems and the health of our populations—and thereby the health of our economy. Through our Value-Based Healthcare Canada initiative, we are creating real-world evidence to show the value of putting patient outcomes first.”

“Dealing with our most serious challenges – whether it is a global health crisis such as COVID-19, reconciliation, or climate change – requires much more than technical expertise. Economists, ethicists, historians, educators and many others in the humanities and social sciences contribute their knowledge to address the important psychological, social, historical and cultural factors that shape these challenges.”