Ontario invites international media to highlight opportunities in medical technology

Sachin Jagdale, Ontario, Canada, & EH News Bureau

To make international community aware of the latest developments/advances in the medical devices sector, Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment (MEDTE), Government of Ontario, Canada, one of the largest exporters of medical devices in the world, had recently invited international media to Ontario. Journalists from the countries like India, France, Germany, US, UK, Japan and China attended this media tour. The unique combination of medical, manufacturing and international marketing expertise powers a remarkably diverse advanced medical device industry in the province of Ontario, Canada. Ontario is the largest life sciences jurisdiction in Canada with approximately 50 per cent of the country’s life sciences economic activity.

While addressing media personnel, Minister Reza Moridi, Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation, talked about the diversity in Ontario. He said, “People from all over the world have made Ontario their home. In Ontario, we speak over 150 languages.” Minister backed his statement by revealing that he himself is an immigrant from Iran. He adds, “Ontario has a vibrant culture of research and innovation. We have advanced manufacturing capabilities. We also have close connections with the key business markets in the world. Ontario is very good at collaborations as well.”

He also highlighted Ontario’s prowess in the field of life science innovation. Ontario has 24 research hospitals. Government has invested $161 million in its life sciences strategy. Ontario Government has decided to make climate of innovation as an ongoing priority. “We take a very proactive approach. We are working with companies and organisations across all sectors of our economy and research community to support their innovation activities,” informs Moridi. Government’s positive approach coupled with talented workforce available in the Ontario province, are bound to consolidate Ontario’s position as the leading suppliers of medical devices to the world.