Building a healthier future: How Saskatchewan is shaping the next generation of health research

Session description

Join us on November 21 for an inside look at Healthy Future Sask – a groundbreaking study following Saskatchewan residents for up to 50 years to understand how our environment, lifestyle, and genetics influence cancer and chronic disease. As part of the national Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow’s Health (CanPath) project, Healthy Future Sask is building a powerful provincial data and biobank resource that will support prevention, discovery, and innovation for generations to come.

In this session, we’ll explore how this work is unfolding in Saskatchewan, what it means for health research and quality improvement, and how you can be part of shaping a healthier future for all.

Speakers

Megan Vanstone is the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency’s Director of Research Development & Strategy and assumed the role of Scientific Director for Healthy Future Sask in 2025. Megan has built her career in health research across two provinces, leading local and national initiatives that highlight both the opportunities and complexities of Canada’s health research system. With a current focus on operational and strategic leadership, Megan has fostered a passion for developing policies and processes that uphold responsible conduct while ensuring research translates into meaningful improvements in patient care.

Emiliana Bomfim is the Provincial Manager of Healthy Future Sask. She is a healthcare leader with a clinical background in nursing, a master’s degree in pediatric oncology, and a PhD in integrative oncology and biomarkers from the University of Saskatchewan. Her career focused on improving cancer outcomes through translational research, equity-driven strategies, and population health initiatives. More recently, her areas of expertise have evolved to include public health, epidemiology, and improvement science.

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