International Business

Agfa opens global R&D centre for clinical imaging in Waterloo

WATERLOO, ONT. _ Agfa HealthCare has opened a state-of-the-art, worldwide R&D facility for clinical imaging IT solutions development close to the University of Waterloo campus.
TRAVEL: Stepping back in time in storied Prague

Fairy-tale inspiring architecture contrasts eerily preserved Nazi-era history in this beautiful European capital
Canada to double investment in clinical research

The federal government is making clinical research an even bigger priority by doubling its investment in this area in a renewed partnership with Canada’s Research-Based Pharmaceutical Companies (Rx&D).
Canadian generic drug makers push for greater global access

As trade negotiations continue with the EU, provinces and generics are wary of patent extensions
CACDS appoints interim CEO

Ian McKinnon joins Canadian Association of Chain Drug Stores as interim CEO as Nadine Saby departs.
MaRS, SickKids develop anti-scarring cream with Chinese drug firm

MaRS Innovation and The Hospital for Sick Children, both in Toronto, along with NovoTek Therapeutics Inc. of Beijing, China, have announced a strategic partnership to co-develop and bring to the Chinese market a novel therapeutic cream aimed at reducing scar formation following surgery.
B.C. - First Nation aims to build private hospital
From art to heart

Healthcare security group recognizes Ontario chapter