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11th Annual Access to Innovation

February 25 @ 8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Join us on February 25, 2026, for our annual Access to Innovation Conference, a full-day event showcasing how cutting-edge research in British Columbia is translated into real-world health and economic impact. Centered on the theme “Discovery to Impact: Life Sciences in Action,” the event explores the journey from early discovery through development, commercialization, and adoption, with a particular emphasis on the transformative role of AI across the sector. 

The conference convenes leaders from industry, research, and government to discuss trends, innovation pathways, and policy frameworks that enable the growth of life sciences. Connect with decision-makers, share insights, and deepen your understanding of the most relevant topics in life sciences and AI. 

 

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Location: Vancouver Convention Centre West – Summit Level 3

F&B Offerings: Buffet lunch, coffee, tea, water, and light reception refreshments will be provided.

Suggested Attire: Business

 

Firesides

  • Wendy Hurlburt & Dr. Allen Eaves presented by STEMCELL Technologies
  • Sarah Roth, CEO, BC Cancer Foundation & Novartis

Panels

  • Industry Insights, Pharmaceutical Innovation: How AI is Reshaping Clinical Trials
    presented by GSK (more speakers TBA)
  • AI -powered Clinical Trials – Are We Ready to Leverage Electronic Health Data? presented by Clinical Trials British Columbia (more speakers TBA)
  • Canada’s Genomic Future: Ethics, Sovereignty, and Defense presented by Genome British Columbia
  • Panel presented by Moderna
  • Panel presented by AstraZeneca

Keynote Speakers

Company Presentations

  • The IP Journey: Stories of Portfolio Building and Business Growth presented by Gowling WLG

Additional Speakers

Stay tuned as we release more details!

Tickets:

Early Bird, until January 31:

  • LSBC Members – Early Bird: $299
  • LSBC Non-Members – Early Bird: $449

After January 31:

  • LSBC Members: $349
  • LSBC Non-Members: $499
  • Students: $199

For more information, please contact:

Alysia Golka

Manager, Events

agolka@lifesciencesbc.ca

Details

  • Date: February 25
  • Time:
    8:00 am - 6:30 pm
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