Posted by Michael Wonder on 26 Jan 2026
AstraZeneca's Tagrisso and Calquence among first oncology treatments granted accelerated access through Ontario's FAST Program
23 January 2026 - AstraZeneca Canada is pleased to announce that Tagrisso (osimertinib) and Calquence (acalabrutinib tablets) are now publicly funded in Ontario and are among the first therapies to receive accelerated access through the province's new Funding Accelerated for Specific Treatments (FAST) program.
With the introduction of FAST, the Government of Ontario has taken a significant step toward accelerating access to cancer medicines – demonstrating its commitment to putting patients first and embracing innovation so that life-changing treatments can reach those who need them, faster than ever.
