CJWW 600 AM Radio on Issues Facing the Lab
Saskatoon’s CJWW 600 AM reported on the CSMLS’s “serious concerns” regarding the MLT shortage and gaps in laboratory infrastructure, all intensified by the COVID-19 testing demand. Listen to the piece below. http://my.tvey.es/Ww8d4
Fostering Health Care Research
CSMLS sponsored Research Canada's recent event celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Discovery of Insulin. We are proud to support important conversations in the health research community, and we thank the nearly 100 people who attended. Watch on demand
Ontario Budget Submission
CEO Christine Nielsen participated in Ontario's pre-budget consultations. Her key message was that Ontario needs to invest in its lab capacity. Specifically, she advocated to fund expansion of MLT programs and for MLA regulation as an important step towards better use...
NEW CAMPAIGN ASKS CANADIANS TO ‘TAKE A CLOSER LOOK’ AT THE WORK OF CANADIAN MEDICAL LABORATORY PROFESSIONALS
The Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science launches #IndigoLabCoat as a symbol of pride for medical laboratory professionals across Canada to showcase the relentless dedication to their work.(HAMILTON, ON) The need for Canadians to undergo testing for...
Advocating for the Profession in Ontario
CSMLS CEO Christine Nielsen was invited to the Ontario pre-budget consultation on September 25 to speak with Ontario Finance Minister Rod Phillips. She proudly took the opportunity to advocate for MLA regulation, increased funding and bridging programs to stem the...
CSMLS Responds to Ontario’s Investment in COVID-19 Testing
The CSMLS applauds the government of Ontario’s investment of $1.07 billion to expand COVID-19 testing and tracing. However, we stress the importance of having tests performed by certified regulated medical laboratory professionals in order to best serve Ontarians....
Investing in Alberta Laboratory Infrastructure
Today, the Alberta Government announced it is investing $15M in laboratory services. The CSMLS has been working with this government towards this goal, as our Alberta members have told us there is a dire need for investment in lab infrastructure. However, our work...
TIME FOR ACTION: Advocacy in Alberta
by: Cathy Bouwers, Communications Manager, CSMLS. As pledged during the 2019 provincial election, the newly elected United Conservative (UCP) government proceeded with the cancellation of the planned $595 million Hub Lab in Edmonton. Although $23 million was spent on...
Speaking Up in British Columbia
On June 10 CEO Christine Nielsen spoke to British Columbia's Finance Committee to advocate for movement on key issues for medical laboratory professionals in the province. Along with reminding officials of your essential role in the health care system, she urged the...
Speaking for members at the Ontario budget roundtable
CSMLS Director of Marketing and Communications Michael Grant was invited to Oakville, ON, for a consultation roundtable ahead of the Ontario 2020 Budget. He spoke with Rod Phillips, Minister of Finance and local MPPs about the need for investment to combat the MLT...