Advocating for the Future of Radiology
As the national voice for radiologists in Canada, the CAR is committed to advancing medical imaging through strong advocacy and government relations.
Each year, the CAR submits recommendations to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance as part of its pre-budget consultation process. These submissions help shape federal spending priorities, ensuring radiology remains at the forefront of healthcare discussions.
2025 Pre-Budget Submission
The CAR urges the federal government to invest in people, technology, and equipment to address the growing challenges in medical imaging—challenges that impact the health of all Canadians.
Key Recommendations:
🔹 People – Strengthen the radiology workforce by investing in the recruitment and retention of radiologists, medical radiation technologists (MRTs), and sonographers. A strong health workforce is essential to reducing backlogs and improving patient care.
🔹 Technology – Support AI leadership in healthcare by establishing the Health Artificial Intelligence Validation Network (HAIVN) as an independent body to improve AI evaluation and regulation within Health Canada’s Medical Devices Directorate. Additionally, take a leadership role in Clinical Decision Support (CDS) implementation to ensure patients receive the right test at the right time.
🔹 Equipment – Invest $2 billion over three years to modernize medical imaging equipment, improving access to high-quality diagnostic tools. Streamline equipment installation processes to reduce costs and delays.
These strategic investments will enhance patient care, improve efficiency, and support a resilient healthcare system.
