Interoperability Legislation in Canada:  The Pitfalls and Paradox of Bill S-5 - Dr. Kathleen Ross

Interoperability Legislation in Canada:  The Pitfalls and Paradox of Bill S-5 - Dr. Kathleen Ross, OSCAR BC 2026 AGM Keynote Presentation In this session we will explore the impact of Bill S-5 on interoperability and the future of EMRs in British Columbia. While the legislation aims to improve patient care by enabling seamless data sharing and preventing data blocking, it presents a key paradox: policies designed to open access may instead favour larger vendors who can absorb the ongoing costs of compliance. For OSCAR and other community-based EMRs, this raises concerns about sustainability, innovation, and market consolidation. Together we will examine both the promise and risks of Bill S-5, emphasizing the need for implementation that supports a diverse and resilient digital health ecosystem Download the presentation slide deck here: https://oscarbc.ca/wp-content/uploads... (The content remains the intellectual property of the presenter and/or copyright holder. No part of this presentation may be copied, reproduced, distributed, published, modified, transmitted, or used in any form without the prior written permission of the copyright holder. By accessing this material, you acknowledge and agree to respect these copyright and usage restrictions.) OSCAR BC - Created for OSCAR Users, by OSCAR Users oscarbc.ca Want to see more videos like this? Join the OSCAR BC Community: www.oscarbc.ca/membership