On Tuesday, June 5, 2018, LifeSciences BC held a Canadian panel on talent at BIO Boston, presented by Pfizer. Talent will be one of the biggest constraints that Canadian life sciences companies will face. The panel explored strategies for attracting, retaining and training the executive leaders needed to build global life science companies. Emcee: Dr. Lesley […]
On Wednesday, June 20, 2018, LifeSciences BC held the 22nd Annual LifeSciences BC Salmon Barbecue. The Annual LifeSciences BC Salmon BBQ has become one of LSBC’s most popular events of the year. With over 20 years of history, this social evening and special celebration event offered our life sciences community the opportunity to enjoy a great […]
On Tuesday, September 25, 2018, LifeSciences BC invited members and sponsors to attend LifeSciences BC’s 2018 Annual General Meeting. The meeting reviewed the past fiscal year and previewed plans for the current fiscal year. A continental breakfast was served, sponsored by RBC. Event supporter:
This Breakfast Speaking Series is proudly presented by: LifeSciences BC was pleased to announce the Blakes Breakfast Speaking Event for Thursday, September 27, 2018. The Blakes Breakfast Speaking Series is our longest-standing event series and one of our most popular. Held four times a year, these breakfasts include presentations by local, national and multinational life science companies and typically attract a […]
On Wednesday, October 17, 2018, LifeSciences BC presented a unique opportunity to learn more about LifeSciences BC along with the cutting-edge research and development being done in the Prince George area. The event was a networking opportunity for a wide range of guests from the political, business and academic worlds. Speakers: Dr. Lesley Esford […]
On Thursday, October 25, 2018, LifeSciences BC and Lumira Ventures were proud to partner in presenting the Investor Summit 2018 held in Vancouver at the Fairmont Pacific Rim. The Investor Summit brought together stakeholders in the healthcare innovation ecosystem for an exciting day of company pitches, panel discussions and a keynote address. Entrepreneurs told their […]
On Thursday, November 1, 2018, LifeSciencesBC held the "LifeSciences BC Workshop: How to be Investor Ready" event. Are you ready to take your company to the next level? Attract investor attention by ensuring your company is set up for success. At this workshop, Gowling WLG professionals and clients provided key information, tips and real-world examples […]
On Thursday, November 8, 2018, LifeSciences BC held the fall McCarthy Spotlight Speaking Event. Event Topic: The Science of Communication Speakers: Megan Helmer, President, PR Associates William Johnson, Director, Marketing & Communications, Innovate BC Michelle Sklar, Director of Conferences, Cube Business Media Alexandra Weirich, Communications Lead, AbCellera Trust in businesses, government and the media are […]
On Wednesday, November 14, 2018, LifeSciences BC partnered with the Gairdner Foundation and Science World to present: '2018 Canada Gairdner Public Lecture Series: Vancouver presented by TELUS Health' The event consisted of a public lecture and an interactive exhibitor display showcasing the best of the life sciences industry in British Columbia. Public Lecture: 'Precision […]
On Friday, November 16, 2018, LifeSciences BC held the NRC's Human Health Therapeutics Programs Recharge. The National Research Council Canada Human Health Therapeutics (NRC-HHT) programs have recently been refreshed to incorporate a new NRC collaboration model that includes grants and contributions. Recently announced “NRC Health Challenge Program” is being scoped around the theme of […]
On Tuesday, November 20, 2019, LifeSciences BC presented a unique opportunity to learn more about LifeSciences BC along with the cutting-edge research and development being done in the Kelowna area. The event was a networking opportunity for a wide range of guests from the political, business and academic worlds. Speakers: Andrew Booth, Chief Commercial Officer, STEMCELL […]
On Thursday, November 22, 2018, LifeSciences BC held the fall Blakes Breakfast Speaking Event. Theme: "Post Cannabis Legalization Opportunities and Challenges" Announced Speakers: Jamie Brown, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, CANACCORD Genuity Damian Kettlewell, Chair, Founder & CEO, BlissCo Cannabis Corp Chris Nyberg, Associate, Blakes LLP Dan Sutton, CEO, Tantalus Labs Chris Wagner, CEO, Emerald Health […]
