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Navigating Market Access in Canada:
An Overview for MedTech & Pharmaceutical Innovators
Connector Session at Western Research Parks
Western Research Parks, in partnership with the London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) and BioNext, is committed to empowering local innovators and entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge to succeed in today’s dynamic MedTech and pharmaceutical landscape.
Understanding the complexities of market access is essential for any innovative drug or medical device to achieve commercial success in Canada. We invite you to join us for The Connector Session: "Navigating Market Access in Canada: An Overview for MedTech & Pharmaceutical Innovators," where keynote speaker Faizan Bari will provide valuable insights into the regulatory and reimbursement pathways necessary for successful market entry.
Description:
Market access is a crucial step in the commercialization journey for MedTech and pharmaceutical companies. This session will provide a high-level overview of the Canadian market access landscape, covering:
✅ The key regulatory and reimbursement pathways
✅ Federal, provincial, and local market access considerations
✅ Essential steps and dependencies for a successful commercial entry
Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, researcher, or industry professional, this session will equip you with the foundational knowledge needed to navigate Canada’s market access environment effectively.
Date & Time:
Thursday, March 27, 2025
11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Location:
Connector Suites, Convergence Centre
Western Research Parks
999 Collip Circle, London, ON
Agenda:
- 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM – Keynote Presentation by Faizan Bari
- 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM – Networking Lunch (catered by Black Walnut Bakery Cafe)
Keynote Speaker:
Faizan Bari – Director, IRT Strategy
Faizan Bari is a commercial results-oriented biopharmaceutical sector leader with extensive experience in access, commercial strategy, and finance. As the head of IRT Strategy, he specializes in guiding organizations through regulatory processes and market access milestones in Canada. Faizan has worked in internationally diverse environments across multiple therapeutic areas, including oncology and rare diseases, with companies such as GSK, Schering, Eli Lilly, Roche, Gilead, Shire, and Jazz.
IRT Strategy is a consulting firm providing advisory services on commercial entry pathway for innovative drugs into Canada. The firm specializes in assisting organizations through regulatory processes journey and to strategically navigate market access milestones prior to setting up of commercial organization in Canada. IRT Strategy works with multiple local partners to achieve regulatory and market access milestones for clients.
Registration:
Kindly RSVP by March 24, 2025
About the Co-Hosts:
Western Research Parks: Western Research Parks is a dynamic innovation hub bridging the gap between research and industry, offering cutting-edge labs, coworking spaces, and flexible office rentals. Businesses benefit from access to Western University’s research expertise, a diverse talent pool, and a thriving ecosystem of entrepreneurs and established companies.
London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC): The London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is dedicated to supporting business growth in London. LEDC works with businesses, government, and academic partners to attract new investment, assist with expansions, and foster a thriving economy across key sectors like Agri-Food, Tech, Health, and Manufacturing.
BioNext: A MedTech incubator dedicated to accelerating the translation of early-stage ideas into commercial innovations. BioNext supports entrepreneurs with access to infrastructure and a network of facilities for prototype manufacturing, testing, validation, and preclinical and clinical development services.
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