Late last year, Canada made history when the Liberal Party, led by Justin Trudeau, won by a sweeping victory over the Conservatives who have held the position for almost a decade. Trudeau and the rest of the country's new cabinet members were subsequently sworn into office in November of 2015.
The 43 year old prime minister, who is the son of former PM Pierre Trudeau and is the second youngest PM in the country's history, has since won the praise and favors of Canadians with his and his cabinet's radical stance on taxation, spending, the voting system and even marijuana legalization. It seems like Trudeau however is not done impressing hi fellow Canadians.
Mere days ago in January 13, the Prime Minister announced the establishment of a new committee geared towards stem cell research dubbed as the Center for Advanced Therapeutic Cell Technologies. The government has pledged to put $20 million to set up the new organization which is expected to be headquartered in downtown Toronto.
The news comes at a perfect time since recent studies suggest that development in stem cell research would greatly advance strides in discovering a cure for cancer. Furthermore, study revolving stem cells post a probability of manufacturing man-made organs that would substantially cut the waiting time for people in need of organ donors. It might also allow same-sex couples to conceive a child that is biologically related to both parties.
"We must do more to prevent and treat disease in this country. One very important way to do this is by supporting innovative approaches to regenerative medicine through greater collaboration, using stem cells, biomaterials and molecules to repair, regenerate or replace damaged cell tissues and organs affected by disease" quipped Trudeau.
Trudeau further states that advancement in regenerative research is where the future of medicine is heading towards. Canadians should be proud that the field is something they can easily say they excel in.
