Biotech sovereignty: Canada’s next strategic imperative

The country excels at generating research and patents, but too often falls short in commercialization, scale-up, and retaining ownership of intellectual property.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne can use Budget 2026 to ensure that Canadian public investment yields lasting benefits for Canadians, writes Maura Campbell.

The current geopolitical and economic environment presents both significant challenges and opportunities for Canada’s biotech sector. Global supply chain disruptions, shifting international alliances, and growing emphasis on domestic innovation have reinforced the need for...

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