Introduction and Q&A Moderator: The event was moderated by Dr. Janet Rossant, President & Scientific Director, The Gairdner Foundation Speaker: Dr. Daniel Drucker, Professor of Medicine – Department of Medicine, University of Toronto; Senior Scientist, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, Mt. Sinai Hospital The Gairdner Foundation was pleased to partner with Life Sciences BC again for a […]
Life Sciences BC was pleased to announce our third annual Career Connect Day presented by BioTalent Canada. Career Connect Day helped connect life sciences companies and organizations from across the sector with university/college students and job seekers. This event also provided the opportunity for business and human resource leaders to connect and learn from panels […]
Theme: Oncology This Spotlight Speaking Series is proudly presented by McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Our McCarthy Spotlight Speaking Series is one of our longest-standing event series – and one in which our attendees see the most value. Held twice a year, these events start with presentations on specific topics by local representatives of Life Sciences BC members. In […]
"Building on Excellence: A Vibrant Future for BC Life Sciences" Life sciences is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the BC economy and as a sector is at the forefront of both developing innovations to address the COVID-19 pandemic and driving job creation and the economic recovery of the province. 2022 marked the 7th Annual […]
Invest in the West presented by Amplitude Ventures was our opportunity to bring together stakeholders in the healthcare innovation ecosystem. Entrepreneurs told their stories and received feedback and engagement from a wide range of investor stakeholders. Investor participants ranged from angel investors, venture capital, corporate venture, and foundations. In addition, tech transfer offices, innovation councils, […]
On Wednesday, April 6, Life Sciences BC hosted its Showcase Series: Vancouver Island event. This was a unique opportunity to learn more about Life Sciences BC, along with the cutting-edge research and development being done on Vancouver Island. The event included a wide range of guests from the political, business, and academic worlds. Speakers: […]
On Wednesday, May 11th, Life Sciences BC hosted its Showcase Series: Surrey event. This was a unique opportunity to learn more about Life Sciences BC, along with the cutting-edge research and development being done in Surrey and Greater Vancouver. The event included a wide range of guests from the political, business, and academic worlds. Event […]
On Wednesday, June 8th, Life Sciences BC hosted the BC Showcase: BIO San Diego webinar. This event gave guests a chance to learn more about the world-leading, innovative research and advancements taking place in the province of British Columbia. The speaker panel featured a few of the BC companies that would be going to the […]
Life Sciences BC welcomed back in-person events with the Summer Social, a networking opportunity that allowed individuals to connect with peers and stakeholders in a relaxing atmosphere while enjoying the summer sun. This year the Summer Social was held on June 23rd, 2022 at the Marriott Pinnacle Hotel from 5pm-7pm PT. This was our first […]
Life Sciences BC would like to invite LSBC members and sponsors to attend our Annual General Meeting 2022 on September 15th, 2022. Life Sciences BC’s 2022 Annual General Meeting took place on September 15th, 2022. The meeting reviewed the past fiscal year and previewed plans for the current fiscal year. There was also a Continental […]
We were pleased to host the 24th Annual Life Sciences BC Awards presented by Farris ceremony in person once again after two years of virtual celebrations. For the first time ever, we offered TWO distinct options for experiencing this signature event – similar to past years we had the main Awards Gala room, and new […]
We would like to invite you to join us for Life Sciences BC’s ‘From R&D to Commercialization: IP Essentials for Life Sciences Companies’ event presented by Gowling WLG On October 6th, Dr. Sonia Ziesche, Principal and Patent Agent at Gowling WLG will join Wendy Hurlburt, President and CEO at Life Sciences BC to discuss the IP […]
