Business sector strategy : Medical technology

"Under the [Ontario Business Sector Strategy], sector representatives are asked to identify five priorities under jurisdiction of the provincial government that would strengthen their sector's success. Ministries have two months to address these priorities, or explain why they cannot be addressed and deliver alternative solutions ... Open for Business is responsible for working with ministries to ensure progress and resolution of each sector's issues within appropriate timelines. Ontario boasts more than 60% of Canada's medical technology companies and employs over 22,000 Ontarians. The Canadian medical technology industry has annual sales of $7 to $8 billion. During the Sector Strategy process, Canada's medical technology companies were represented by MEDEC, the national association that is the primary source for advocacy, information and education on the medical technology industry"--Page 3.