REMINDER/Media Advisory: Minister of State Wong to Announce Significant Investment in National Health Research Network


TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Jan. 19, 2015) - The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), on behalf of the Honourable Ed Holder, Minister of State (Science and Technology), will announce a significant investment in a research network under the Networks of Centres of Excellence program.

Prior to the announcement, Minister of State Wong will observe a demonstration of technologies designed for seniors. Media are invited to join.

This announcement follows the Government of Canada's recent launch of the updated science, technology and innovation strategy.

Date: Monday, January 19, 2015
Time: Technology demonstration at 11:00 a.m.
Announcement at 11:30 a.m.
Location: AGE-WELL Leadership Workshop
Eaton Chelsea Hotel
Carlyle Room, 3rd Floor (use red elevators)
33 Gerrard Street West
Toronto, Ontario

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Scott French
Director of Communications and Parliamentary Affairs
Office of the Minister of State (Science and Technology)
343-291-2700

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Industry Canada
343-291-1777
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