In-house Legal Counsel

At Canada Health Infoway (Infoway) we believe a more connected and collaborative system is a healthier system, and we work with governments, health care organizations, clinicians, and patients to make health care more digital. We’re working to ensure that everyone is able to access their personal health information, book appointments, get prescriptions, view lab test results and access other health services, online. We are working with our partners to transform the health system because we know that digital health can be as transformative as digital has been in other aspects of our lives. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization funded by the federal government.

Continuing to improve Canadian health care necessitates work in interoperability connected systems are healthier systems. Connected care means a healthier Canada, and Infoway is committed to advancing interoperability. Harnessing data sharing will result in “connected care” and a modern health system for all Canadians. In support of the provinces and territories, Infoway is facilitating a national collaborative effort to advance interoperability using a collaborative development process.

Together with our jurisdictional, clinical, patient and industry partners we are committed to improving the health of Canadians by accelerating the development, adoption and effective use of innovative digital health solutions.

Infoway is on a learning journey guided by what we learn from Indigenous voices. We are committed to respecting Indigenous data sovereignty, advancing cultural safety and humility and supporting the health and data priorities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. We will do this through the development of respectful relationships and partnerships with First Nations, Inuit, Métis, Northern governments, organizations and communities, which will guide our efforts.

Why Join us?

• Be part of a high-profile, ambitious, and exciting pan-Canadian initiative that improves the health of populations and unlocks value for the health system
• Work with a dynamic, multi-functional team of professionals dedicated and passionate about modernizing the health care system
• Demonstrate your strong organizational, technical leadership skills in a fast-paced, innovative, and supportive environment
• We take care of our employees

• Drafting, amending and negotiating complex contracts and other legal documents, including but not limited to technology service agreements, license agreements, data sharing agreements and agreements funding pan-Canadian digital health initiatives.
• Apply knowledge of privacy and data management requirements and best-practices to support business objectives and the Shared Pan-Canadian Interoperability Roadmap.
• Advise on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management matters, including internal policies and procedures.
• Maintain a watching brief on applicable legislation and regulations to inform enterprise and departmental activities.
• May also be required to assist with corporate governance matters, including the preparation of board and governance documents.

• Law degree (Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent) and licensed to practice law in Ontario.
• Have a successful track record of 1 to 3 years of corporate/commercial legal experience gained in-house or with a well-regarded law firm.
• Privacy, risk or compliance designation is an asset but not required. Experience working in the healthcare technology industry is also preferred.
• Exceptional analysis, drafting, research and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple demands and activities.