Life Sciences BC

Applications are now open for the Investor Readiness Program (IRP). What could the right mentorship, strategy, and investor connections unlock for your company? The Investor Readiness Program (IRP) helps early-stage BC life sciences companies build the skills, strategy, and confidence needed to engage with investors and prepare for future fundraising opportunities. Over six months, participants receive personalized coaching, mentorship from experienced Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIRs), educational sessions, peer feedback, and valuable industry connections. The program concludes with an opportunity to pitch directly to a group of pre-qualified investors. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gddtPJAq

Huge #LSBCMemberNews: Exciting collaboration for the BC’s life sciences community! VoxCell BioInnovation and adMare BioInnovations are partnering to advance next-generation antibody therapies using human-relevant, vascularized 3D tissue models, pushing forward more predictive and less animal-reliant approaches to drug development. “adMare’s mission is to translate breakthrough scientific discoveries into strong, investable Canadian life science companies and new therapies that reach patients,” said Matthew Carlyle, CFA, ICD.D, President and CEO of adMare BioInnovations. “That requires more than capital – it requires hands-on company building support and access to the right commercial R&D tools early on. By integrating VoxCell’s human-relevant vascularized tissue platform into our scientific and commercial validation process we can generate stronger preclinical safety and efficacy evidence sooner. This helps us de‑risk innovation, create long‑term value, and turn promising science into scalable, globally competitive Canadian companies.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/geRDEby5

Last chance to register for the McCarthy Spotlight Speaking Series: Building BC’s Future in Lipid Nanoparticles and mRNA this Thursday! Network with leaders and innovators from across BC’s life sciences ecosystem while exploring the ideas shaping the future of healthcare. A huge thank you to our event sponsor, McCarthy Tétrault, for helping bring BC’s life sciences community together for an evening of bold ideas, meaningful conversations, and exciting advancements shaping the future of healthcare innovation. David Frost Register here: https://lnkd.in/gpUcJyM4

Congratulations to Wendy Hurlburt and the entire cohort that has completed the ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program. Strengthening board leadership is critical to advancing Canada’s life sciences sector.

Join us in celebrating our newest #LSBCMember! DiagnoChip Technologies Inc is a Canadian medical devices research company focused on the design and development of cancer screening and diagnosis testing. Thrilled to have you as part of the community! Greg Udeh, Roland Odewale & Justina Ihionvien (MBA, MCIPS)! Wendy Hurlburt Ryan Butt Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gN9uibDp

Where BC’s life sciences community comes together for one of the summer’s most anticipated networking evenings! Celebrate the collaborative spirit that makes BC’s life sciences sector so special at Summer Social, an evening of building new relationships, and bringing the community together. Date: June 4, 2026 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT Location: Zymeworks Vancouver Office Register here: https://lnkd.in/gU98x-dk

The Government of British Columbia is proud to collaborate with partners on BC Business House - a dedicated venue to promote and showcase BC's major projects, sectors, and investment opportunities from June 12th to July 8th, 2026 ⚽Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ezfXyK55 Invest in Canada | Investir au Canada Invest Vancouver Trade Commissioner Service | Service des délégués commerciaux Pacific Economic Development Canada | Développement économique Canada pour le Pacifique Vancouver Convention Centre Simon Fraser University TELUS Squamish Nation Musqueam Indian Band səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) Greater Vancouver Board of Trade Business Council of British Columbia Life Sciences BC BC Genome Sciences Centre (BCGSC)

Vancouver was buzzing this week as Web Summit transformed the city into a global stage for technology, entrepreneurship, and big ideas shaping the future. Web Summit brought together thousands of founders, investors, researchers, creatives, policymakers, media, and global tech leaders at the Vancouver Convention Centre, turning the city into a hub for ideas, collaboration, and nonstop conversation. We partnered to showcase the province’s life sciences sector, featuring targeted programming at the BC Pavilion, networking events including the ever-popular Health Tech Unwind, and support for early-stage companies with Road to Web Summit programming. Web Summit is a powerful reminder that Vancouver and British Columbia are world-class destinations for building and scaling bold, innovative ideas. Proud to see our life sciences ecosystem gaining global recognition. This momentum is driven by the incredible people, organizations, and collaborators who continue to put BC on the map. #WebSummitVancouver

This summer, Vancouver will host global CEOs, investors, and decision-makers during FIFA World Cup 2026TM – and BC Business House will be the place to connect. Gain access to a dedicated space for business meetings and programmed events. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ezfXyK55 (Rendering provided by The Look Company)