Medtech Canada
Amelia (Amy) Swanson is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in government relations and health and wellness coaching. Currently serving as the Vice President of Government Affairs for Ontario at Medtech Canada since February 2022, Amy has previously held leadership roles including Director/General Manager at the YMCA of Greater Toronto, where significant achievements included increasing government program funding by 40% and establishing essential political networks. In addition to consulting and coaching clients under Amy Swanson Health and Wellness since 2007, Amy has served in multiple senior policy advisory positions with various ministries, focusing on operations, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. Amy's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in History from Western University and a Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University.
Medtech Canada
Medtech Canada is the national association representing the medical technology industry in Canada. Our association advocates for achieving patient access to leading edge, innovative technology solutions that provide valuable outcomes. Our members are committed to providing safe and innovative medical technologies that enhance the quality of patient care, improve patient access to health care, and help enable the sustainability of our health care system. The medical technology industry in Canada employs over 35,000 Canadians in approximately 1,500 facilities across the country.