Fostering a People-Centric Organisational Culture
Based on the philosophy of “Kyosei” (harmonious coexistence), Canon Medical Systems has established systems for fair utilization of human resources, while respecting diversity. We are committed to promoting the advancement of women, providing childcare support, creating employment opportunities for people with disabilities, and supporting STEM education worldwide. By doing so, we contribute to a sustainable and diverse society.

Supporting Men's and Women's Participation in Childcare

Support for gender equality in childcare (Japan)
Canon Medical Systems has established a variety of systems that go beyond legal requirements to allow employees to raise children without anxiety, including a childcare leave system that can be used until the child turns 3 years old, and a shorter working hours system that allows employees to work up to two hours less per day until the child completes elementary school.
In addition, a five-day paternity leave system is in place for male employees whose spouses have given birth.

Number of People Taking Childcare Leave

	Total	Number of employees who took childcare leave
Male employee	115	66
Female employee	26	21

Childcare Leave Uptake Rate Across the Canon Medical Systems Group

	Parental leave (Male)	Maternity leave (Female)
Japan/Asia	51	69
Oceania	3	5
North America	50	25
Europe	53	47
South America	100	100

Creating a Workplace Where Childcare and Careers Can Be Balanced

Olea Medical SA has introduced several measures to support its employees in their role as parents, to improve quality of life and working conditions (QVCT).

Outline of the childcare support system:
Enhanced paternity leave
Full salary is maintained during the 21 days of statutory paternity leave, enabling fathers to actively participate in childcare from the moment of their child’s birth.

Extended maternity leave system
Mothers have the option to extend their leave, with 80% of their salary maintained, if they submit requests before the start of statutory maternity leave.
- Up to 6 months after the birth of the 1st or 2nd child
- Up to 9 months for the 3rd child and beyond
- Up to 10 months in the case of multiple births

Phased return-to-work support (3-week program)
Starting from two days a week, the return to full-time work is completed by the fourth week. 90% of the salary is paid on leave days. Requests must be submitted at least one month prior to the return date.

Leave for a sick child
Four days of leave per child under 16 years of age can be taken per year. 90% of the salary is maintained. Submission of a medical certificate is required.
These measures aim to provide a better work-life balance, supporting employees in their parenting role while ensuring their well-being at work.
In line with Liaoning Province policy, Canon Medical Systems R&D (Dalian) Co., Ltd. offers 158 days of maternity leave to its female employees who have given birth. We offer more generous support than mandated by the government’s policy, providing two months of leave before the birth of the first child and continuing after the birth until the child turns one year old. For the second and subsequent births, one month of leave may be taken prior to the child's birth.

Support for Working Women (Support Outside the Company)

To support working women, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is offering complimentary, accredited content to the public during Women's History Month, honoring the achievements of women in the medical field. Additionally, Olea Medical SA supports women's aid associations, such as Fairembo, a medical initiative aimed at reducing blood loss during childbirth.

Supporting the Future of Women and Children - Contributing to the Local Community through Support for the Zahra Foundation

The Zahra Foundation is an Australian charity that supports women and children affected by domestic and family violence. It provides financial counseling, educational programs, and pathways to financial independence, helping survivors rebuild confidence and stability in their lives. Canon Medical Systems ANZ Pty Ltd. proudly supported the foundation in recognition of International Women's Day, aligning with its commitment to gender equality and community well-being.

Paving the Way for Women to Succeed in STEM: Girls in STEM Day by Canon Medical and DIMA

As part of its ongoing efforts to foster gender diversity in science and technology, Canon Medical Systems ANZ Pty Ltd. and DIMA (The Diagnostic Imaging and Monitoring Association) hosted a special "Girls in STEM Day" for grade 10 computing technology students and grade 11 engineering students.
Held at Canon Medical's offices, the event provided students with a hands-on, immersive experience of advanced diagnostic imaging technologies. Under the guidance of Canon's expert engineers and clinical specialists, students learned about real-world applications of STEM in healthcare, particularly in biomedical science and diagnostic imaging.
This initiative not only showcased exciting career pathways in the STEM field but also highlighted the importance of female representation in traditionally male-dominated fields.

Monica King, Managing Director of Canon Medical Systems ANZ Pty Ltd., and Emily Khalaf, General Manager of Guerbet ANZ and DIMA, would like to extend their deepest thanks to the inspiring female leaders and staff who generously donated their time and expertise to ignite curiosity and confidence in the next generation of women in the STEM field.

Promoting the Canon Medical Systems Women's Network

The Canon Medical Systems Group provides equal opportunities and ensures fair treatment according to ability, regardless of gender. In Japan, we are continuously formulating action plans using relevant legal tools based on the Act on Promotion of Women's Participation and Advancement in the Workplace. In 2023, we launched the Canon Medical Systems Women's Network to foster an inclusive and diverse organisational culture by sharing role models and facilitating networking among women. In 2024, this network expanded into a global team.

Shining Female Leaders on International Women's Day
During International Women's Day, Canon Medical Systems Argentina's General Counsel,Elizabeth Pereyra was honored by FEMAPE, an association of companies from various industries, for her achievements as a woman in a male-dominated business environment. The recognition was featured on FEMAPE's official website and social media platforms. This acknowledgement reflects our ongoing commitment to diversity and the empowerment of women in leadership roles.

Canon Medical Systems recognises the achievements of its group employees through various certification and award programs.
The award recognises companies, divisions, teams, and individuals within the Canon Medical Group who have made significant contributions to the development of the company's business through Canon Medical activity and in product domains. Other awards include the Invention Award for employees who have contributed to inventions and intellectual property activities, the Quality Award for outstanding activities that have improved quality and productivity, awards for individuals who have contributed to manufacturing with a wide range of skills, and awards to honor exceptional skills that Canon Medical seeks to pass along to others.

Active Participation by and Development of People from Diverse Backgrounds
Through educational and enlightenment activities, Canon Medical Systems strives to create organisations where people from diverse backgrounds work together actively and collaboratively.

Development of Global Human Resources
Canon Medical Systems operates globally in many countries and regions around the world, with 190 locations as of the end of 2024. In light of our global expansion, we are placing even more emphasis on developing highly skilled talent who can thrive in the international community.

Human Resource Development System (Japan)
Canon Medical Systems provides a structured training program tailored for each position. From new hires to executives, we provide learning opportunities at every step of the career path. We also offer additional programs, including global training, job-specific education, and self-development opportunities.

Training of Various Experts: Sales Personnel (Japan)
We provide various training and education programs with the goal of sales personnel being able to complete business negotiations with medical practitioners by themselves by the third year of employment. In addition to medical basics and product knowledge, we have also introduced training programs to enhance sales skills, including presentations and business negotiation role-plays, to develop sales skills that meet diverse customer needs. We also provide educational content, such as tablet-based learning tools, that enable self-development during Spare time.

Training of Various Experts: Research and Development Engineers (Japan)
We offer practical training and educational curricula in medicine and engineering, including hands-on training at Tokyo Women's Medical University and the National Institute of Informatics, to enhance research and development skills. This provides opportunities to experience firsthand actual medical practice and advanced research. We provide solid support for new engineers, including a "work assignment system" to foster them in the long term and help them acquire the ability to conduct research and development based on cutting-edge, specialised fundamental technologies from the perspective of actual practice.

Training of Various Experts: Production Engineers (Japan)
Production engineers focus on methods to translate the results of research and development into a tangible product. Through practical training, production engineers will acquire the necessary knowledge and learn the procedures required for parts procurement.

Training of Various Experts: Service Support Engineers (Japan)
Service support engineers conduct inspections, repairs, and other maintenance tasks. We provide training to enhance skills, including understanding the types of problems commonly encountered in actual practice, as well as preventive methods.

Canon Group Principles
Canon implements human resource policies based on the laws and regulations of each country and region, both within and outside Japan, and promotes company-wide initiatives through close cooperation among its group companies.

Acquisition and Retention of Human Resources
Canon Medical Systems is focusing on acquiring and retaining excellent human resources who will drive business globalisation and innovation for sustainable growth. To achieve this, we coordinate our recruitment, assignment, and training measures based on a consistent policy.
In terms of acquiring human resources, we have actively recruited 683 personnel at Canon Medical Systems and its affiliated companies, both within and outside Japan, in 2024. In addition, to ensure that each employee can maintain a high level of motivation and demonstrate their abilities over the long term, we are enhancing systems to support employees' continued employment, including a career matching system (internal recruitment system) and a support system for balancing work with childcare and nursing care. We also strive to enhance employee engagement by conducting an employee awareness survey every two years and sharing the results with each department, including management, for use in the development of departmental policies.

	New hire	Retired person
Japan/Asia	315	316
Oceania	30	38
North America	131	182
Europe	190	154
South America	17	25

Role- and Performance-Based Wage System
Canon Medical Systems has introduced a "role-based wage system," in which compensation is determined by job roles and performance, aiming to achieve fair and equitable treatment and compensation for personnel, regardless of age or sex.
The role-based wage system is a system in which the base salary is determined based on role grades, reflecting the difficulty of the job, and the annual salary is determined by evaluating performance, processes, and actions over the year. Bonuses reflect not only individual performance but also the company's overall performance.

Employment of Local Human Resources at Production Sites
Canon Medical Systems’ production sites utilise local human resources to contribute to the revitalisation of the local society and economy through job creation. In hiring, we guarantee a salary well above the minimum wage in each region.

Canon Medical Systems promotes flexible work styles that take into account the labor practices of each country and region.
For example, since 2005, Canon Medical Systems has formulated an action plan in line with the guidelines of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare of Japan to promote flexible work styles, help employees balance work and family life, and support the development of the next generation.
We have also introduced a telework system that can be used up to six times a month to enhance productivity, as well as a flextime system that aims to achieve work efficiency while promoting a balance between work and family life.
Furthermore, the paid holiday system grants 24 days of paid leave per year, which can also be taken in half-day or hourly increments, making the system easily accessible to all employees. In addition, we have introduced a free vacation system to help all employees take consecutive holidays, which can be used for family time, as well as domestic and international travel.

Paid Holiday Utilisation Rate

2021 Results	2022 Results	2023 Results	2024 Results
78%	81%	77%	80%

Our paid holiday utilisation rate exceeds the Japanese government's numerical target of 70% annual paid holiday utilisation by 2025.

The telework system has also been introduced at our group companies outside Japan, creating an environment in which employees with childcare or nursing care responsibilities can continue to work without anxiety. This lays a foundation, ensuring that people with diverse circumstances are able to work together effectively.

In addition, Canon Medical Korea Co., Ltd. promotes flexible work styles by introducing a "refresh day" system, which reduces work hours to four hours on Fridays two to three times a month, to maintain a good work-life balance for employees.