News Summary

The University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s leading research hospital, has acquired a 15-storey building at 522 University Avenue in Toronto’s Discovery District to expand its cancer care, research, and education programs. This expansion will support the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and Toronto General Hospital, addressing growing patient volumes and enhancing UHN’s capacity to drive innovation in cancer prevention, early detection, diagnostics, and treatment. The new facility will also serve as a training ground for healthcare learners from UHN’s Michener Institute of Education and partner academic institutions. The $79.25 million purchase, supported by the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, aims to improve cancer care outcomes globally.