In recent weeks, thousands of scientists, regulators, policy experts, and statisticians have lost their jobs as part of sweeping government efficiency moves in the United States. These aren’t just numbers on a spreadsheet—these are individuals who have spent their careers ensuring that innovation is safe, effective, and accessible.
The people behind FDA approvals, NIH funding, and critical policy decisions that support life-saving technologies are suddenly being asked: What’s next?
It’s a hard question to face, and one that deserves dignity, not despair.
But maybe, just maybe, the answer isn’t in looking back—but in looking north.
A Moment of Opportunity
Losing a job is more than just a career setback—it’s a disruption of purpose. It’s an interruption of the meaningful work you’ve dedicated your life to. The good news? That work doesn’t have to stop.
Canada is at a pivotal moment. Our government, investors, and innovation ecosystem are recognizing the need for long-term investment in productivity and cutting-edge research. We know that real innovation isn’t just about startups—it’s about the infrastructure that helps them grow and succeed.
This is where you come in.
Regulators, policy experts, and research administrators aren’t just bureaucrats—they are guardians of innovation. You help ensure that new discoveries make it beyond the lab, beyond a pitch deck, and into the hands of the people who need them.
If the U.S. no longer sees the value in that, Canada certainly does. Look at this, albeit 6 years old, strategy that Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) came up with for Canada – Building A Nation of Innovators
Why Canada? Why Now?
Canada has often played the role of the quiet, diligent builder—investing in long-term innovation while its southern neighbor has often been a louder, more aggressive player. But in today’s economic and political climate, that steady approach might just be our greatest strength.
Here’s what makes Canada an attractive home for displaced innovation professionals:
✅ We Invest in Stability – Our funding programs, regulatory frameworks, and industry partnerships focus on long-term innovation, not short-term gains.
✅ We Prioritize Collaboration – Unlike the cutthroat nature of some U.S. ecosystems, Canada thrives on public-private partnerships and cross-sector cooperation.
✅ We Build for the Future – Whether it’s biotech, deep tech, AI, or health sciences, Canada is positioning itself as a leader in responsible, sustainable innovation.
This is a moment where the best minds in innovation, regulation, and policy can come together to create something stronger.
An Open Invitation: A New Beginning in Canada
To those who have found themselves without a role, let’s be clear: You are not just employees. You are stewards of progress.
We recognize that losing a job isn’t just about employment—it’s about purpose. It’s about identity. It’s about the impact you were making on the world.
But that impact doesn’t have to stop here.
You have spent your careers ensuring that healthcare, research, and technology are safe, effective, and accessible to society. That work is needed now more than ever. If the U.S. is shifting its priorities, perhaps it’s time to look north.
This isn’t about starting over—it’s about continuing the work you were meant to do, in a place that welcomes and values it.
Canada is building. Come build with us.
Ready to turn the page?
If you’re a scientist, regulator, or policy expert looking for your next opportunity, let’s talk. Canada is building, and we’d love for you to be part of it
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