Enhancing MRI Access in Northern Ontario
New Ontario Government Supporting Health Research and Creating Jobs
Photo from TBRHSC
Ontario is enhancing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) research in Thunder Bay. With support from the province’s Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC), the Thunder Bay Regional Research Institute (TBRRI) will soon be home to a nextgeneration MRI scanner.
“Our government continues to partner with the Thunder Bay Regional Research Institute to support important research initiatives. I am very pleased that the NOHFC could invest in this project and further help establish Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario as a leading centre in health care research.” Michael Gravelle, Minister of Northern Development and Mines and Chair of the NOHFC
This innovative technology, which noninvasively scans and takes pictures of the inside of the human body, will create nine jobs and help retain and attract more doctors and researchers to northern Ontario. Investing in research is an important part of the Ontario government’s Growth Plan for Northern Ontario. A strong northern economy will help create a fair society and give the people of Ontario more opportunities for jobs and economic prosperity. “NOHFC’s support for the Next Generation MRI project enables TBRRI to continue to innovate and advance the knowledge based economy in Northwestern Ontario. Most importantly, we can continue to improve care at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. We are privileged that our provincial leaders recognize the value of this research activity and advocate so effectively for it.” Michael Wood, CEO, Thunder Bay Regional Research Institute and VP Research, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
QUICK FACTS
- Ontario is providing $1 million to this project through the NOHFC’s Emerging Technology Program.
