TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - May 7, 2013) - Novadaq^® Technologies Inc. ("Novadaq" or the "Company") (TSX:NDQ)(NASDAQ:NVDQ), a developer of clinically-relevant fluorescence imaging solutions for use in surgical and outpatient wound care procedures, announced today the closing of its previously announced sale of 3,900,000 common shares, on a bought deal basis, at a price to the public of $12.90 per common share, pursuant to an underwriting agreement with Canaccord Genuity Inc. Prior to the closing, Canaccord Genuity Inc. exercised in full the option to purchase an additional 585,000 common shares solely to cover over-allotments.

Gross proceeds from the offering were approximately US$57.8 million. After the underwriting commissions and other offering expenses, Novadaq received net proceeds of approximately US$54.8 million. Canaccord Genuity Inc. acted as sole book-running manager for the offering. The common shares described above were sold by the Company in the United States pursuant to the Company's effective shelf registration statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and in Canada pursuant to a short form base shelf prospectus and prospectus supplement filed with the securities regulatory authorities in each of the provinces of Canada, other than the Province of Quebec.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for general corporate purposes, including working capital, sales force expansion, continued clinical development, continued strengthening of the Company's intellectual property through research and development, capital expenditures, the procurement of raw material supply and for future research and development of new product hardware and new imaging molecules such as those required for nerve imaging. The Company may use a portion of the net proceeds to acquire or invest in complementary businesses, technologies or assets. The Company currently has no present understandings, commitments or agreements to enter into any acquisitions or make any investments.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. Copies of the prospectus supplement and the accompanying short form base shelf prospectus are available at [ www.sedar.com ] and [ www.sec.gov ], respectively, and may be obtained by sending a request to the offices of Canaccord Genuity Inc., Attn: Syndicate Department, 99 High Street, 12th Floor, Boston, MA 02110, phone: 1-800-225-6201.

About Novadaq Technologies Inc.

Enabling medical professionals with clinically-relevant, innovative fluorescence imaging solutions to enhance the lives of patients and their caregivers, while reducing health care costs, is Novadaq's global mission. SPY^®fluorescence imaging technology provides surgeons with real-time visualization, leading to improved outcomes and reduced costs without exposing the patient to radiation. More than 70 peer-reviewed publications demonstrate that the use of SPY imaging during complex surgery, leads to fewer post-operative complications and lower hospital costs.

SPY Imaging Systems are United States Food and Drug Administration 510(k) cleared for use in seven surgical specialties. The endoscopic version of SPY called PINPOINT^®, combines the capabilities of SPY Imaging with high definition ("HD") visible light visualization offered by conventional endoscopes. Our unique business model of partnering with market-leading companies to drive adoption of our fluorescence imaging technology, while building our own commercial infrastructure, is the cornerstone of our corporate strategy for growth.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements included in this press release may be considered forward-looking. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from those implied by such statements, and therefore these statements should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results. All forward-looking statements are based on Novadaq's current beliefs as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to Novadaq and relate to, among other things, the Company's strategy, strategic goals, research and development activities, research and clinical testing outcomes, taxes, capital expenditures, future operations, future financial position, future revenues/results, projected costs, prospects and plans and objectives of management.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Due to risks and uncertainties, including the risks and uncertainties identified by Novadaq in its public securities filings available at [ www.sec.gov ] and [ www.sedar.com ], actual events may differ materially from current expectations. Novadaq disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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