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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
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SUMMARY:Genomics & Transcriptomics
DESCRIPTION:(Applied Bioinformatics Micro – Credentials)  \nBuild job – ready skills for BC’s life sciences and biotech sectors \n    Genomics & Transcriptomics\n\nWork with NGS data using R and command-line tools\nRun and interpret genome assembly workflows\nIntegrate genomic variants annotations\, and metadata\nPerform core RNA-seq and differentials expression analyses\n\nGenomics poster
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/genomics-transcriptomics/
LOCATION:Part-time Hybrid
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
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UID:10000503-1773964800-1776729599@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:Data Visualization
DESCRIPTION:(Applied Bioinformatics micro-credentials) \nBuild job-ready skills for BC’s life sciences and biotech sectors\nHAVE YOU FINISHED TWO YEARS POST-SECONDARY WITH A FOUNDATION IN COMPUTER SCIENCE? CONSIDER APPLYING FOR \n          Data Visualization\n\nPrepare and clean biological datasets for analysis\nDesign effective static and interactive visualizations\nBuild reproducible\, script-driven workflows in python & Bash\nVisualize complex omics data\n\nData Vis poster
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/data-visualization/
LOCATION:Part-time Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T100000
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SUMMARY:Life Sciences BC - Blakes Breakfast Speaking Series: Building Canada’s Biosecurity Through Biotechnology
DESCRIPTION:Blakes Breakfast Speaking Series: Building Canada’s Biosecurity Through Biotechnology is happening on Thursday\, April 9 from 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM PT in person\, or 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM PT online. \nJoin us for an interactive discussion of the growing role of the biotech sector in supporting Canada’s biosecurity plan. In person attendance will offer continental breakfast and the opportunity to converse one-on-one and participate in networking opportunities. Virtual attendees can join the conversation through a live chat during the program. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday April 9\, 2026 \n\n\nIn Person:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTiming: 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM PT \nLocation: Blakes Vancouver Office 1133 Melville St #3500\, Vancouver\, BC \nAgenda: \n\nGuest arrival & breakfast: 7:30 AM PT\nProgramming: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM PT\nNetworking: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM PT\nGuest departure: 10:00 AM PT\n\nIn person tickets: \n\nLSBC Members: $25 plus taxes/fees\nNon-Members: $49 plus taxes/fees\n\nVirtual: \nTiming: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM PT \nLocation: Zoom webinar (link will be provided 2 days prior to the event) \nVirtual tickets: \n\nComplimentary
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/life-sciences-bc-blakes-breakfast-speaking-series-building-canadas-biosecurity-through-biotechnology/
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260408T190742Z
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UID:10000517-1776247200-1776250800@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:Life Sciences Nova Scotia - SR&ED After Royal Assent: What Life Sciences Companies Need to Do Now
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nLearn what’s changed in the federal SR&ED program and how it could impact your company before your next year end\n\n\n\nAbout This Event\nThis 60-minute webinar will walk companies through what changed in Scientific Research and Experimental Development tax credits (SR&ED) now that the federal budget has received Royal Assent. Our guest speakers\, tax and funding experts from Ryan\, will cover what this change means for your projects and cash flow\, and help you understand the impact to your business. \nObjectives\nBy the end of the webinar\, participants should be able to: \n• Identify the key SR&ED legislative and administrative changes triggered when the budget receives Royal Assent. \n• Understand how those changes affect eligibility\, rates\, and documentation for typical life sciences R&D projects. \n• Adjust their year end and multi year non dilutive funding strategy in light of the new rules. \n• Know the immediate action items for claims in the current and next fiscal year. \n________________________________________ \nAgenda (60 minutes) \n1. Welcome and context (5 min) \n• Brief intro from Life Sciences Nova Scotia and PEI BioAlliance on why SR&ED matters locally. \n• Introduce Ryan and experience with SR&ED and life sciences clients. \n2. Refresher on SR&ED (15 min) \n• Overview of SR&ED basics: purpose\, federal vs provincial mechanics\, credit rates. \n• Typical life sciences claim structure: eligible work\, expenditures\, and documentation. \n• Common pitfalls and misconceptions before the legislative changes. \n3. What just changed in SR&ED? (10 min) \n• Key measures triggered by Royal Assent. \n• Updates to eligibility\, expenditure rules\, and administrative requirements. \n4. Implications for life sciences companies (10 min) \n• How new rules affect various R&D types: clinical/pre clinical\, digital health\, AI/ML\, and manufacturing scale up. \n• Sample financial impacts comparing old vs new credit outcomes. \n• Coordination with IRAP\, provincial programs\, and grants. \n5. Year end and planning checklist (10 min) \n• Practical steps for current and next fiscal years. \n• Handling projects spanning the change and maintaining compliant documentation. \n• “Do and don’t” highlights for the next 6–12 months. \n6. Q&A and next steps (20 min) \n• Open Q&A with emphasis on submitted questions (e.g.\, clinical trials\, CRA reviews\, negative decisions). \n• Invitation for attendees to book 1 on 1 follow up meetings via calendar link. \nAbout the Organizers \nLife Sciences Nova Scotia is a not-for-profit industry association focused on demonstrating the unique position and potential of Nova Scotia as a burgeoning life sciences region. \nThe PEI BioAlliance is a private sector led organization that coordinates and grows Prince Edward Island’s bioscience cluster and strengthens collaboration across Atlantic Canada’s life sciences ecosystem. \nRyan is a global tax services firm that helps life sciences and other companies unlock tax credits and non-dilutive funding through strategic\, year-round support. \nRegistration is free and open until the event begins. Secure your spot today!
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/life-sciences-nova-scotia-sred-after-royal-assent-what-life-sciences-companies-need-to-do-now/
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T173000
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260225T182132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T182132Z
UID:10000505-1776679200-1776706200@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:Early-Stage Life Sciences Matchmaking Day
DESCRIPTION:Where the right introductions lead to real opportunities.\nJoin hundreds of leading Canadian and US investors\, global pharma\, and emerging life sciences companies for a high-energy day of curated 1:1 meetings and strategic conversations. \nHow it works: \n\nRegister (two‑week window): Sign up and submit your investment criteria or executive summary.\nSelect Your Meetings: During the scheduling period (mid‑March – April 19)\, companies may pre‑select investors and pharma based on their stated investment criteria\, while investors select companies based on submitted executive summaries.\nJoin Event Day: Participate in up to 15 pre‑scheduled 20‑minute meetings.\nRefuel: Enjoy buffet bites between meetings.\nConnect: Network with peers during the closing reception\, featuring a keynote address.\n\nSpace is limited. Register today to gain early access to meetings and maximize your schedule.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/early-stage-life-sciences-matchmaking-day/
LOCATION:Arcadian Loft\, 401 Bay Street\, 8th Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260303T182905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T205539Z
UID:10000508-1776729600-1776902399@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:2026 BLOOM BURTON & CO. HEALTHCARE INVESTOR CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:About\nThe Bloom Burton & Co. Healthcare Investor Conference takes place annually at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building). We are inviting Canada’s premier publicly-traded and venture-backed private companies as well as the most promising pre-venture companies in the healthcare industry. \nJoin Canadian\, U.S. and international investors who are interested in the latest developments in Canadian healthcare companies. Investors have the opportunity to obtain corporate updates from presenting companies\, and certain investors will be invited to participate in our 1-on-1 meeting system with company management. For conference sponsorship or presenting company information\, please reach out to bbloom@bloomburton.com.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/2026-bloom-burton-co-healthcare-investor-conference/
LOCATION:Toronto\, 255 Front St W\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 2W6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
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UID:10000514-1776798000-1776807000@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:BIOTECanada Innovators & Industry: Biotech Networking Evening
DESCRIPTION:Join BIOTECanada and Baker McKenzie for the Innovators & Industry: Biotech Networking Evening\, a cocktail reception hosted alongside the Bloom Burton & Co. Healthcare Investor Conference (BBHIC). \nThis dynamic gathering brings together leaders and emerging talent from across Canada’s biotech landscape. Connect with executives\, investors\, pharma and BD professionals\, legal and advisory partners\, and other industry influencers driving innovation forward. \nOpen to both BBHIC delegates and the broader life sciences community\, this is an evening designed to spark meaningful connections and celebrate the strength of Canada’s biotech sector.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/biotecanada-innovators-industry-biotech-networking-evening-2/
LOCATION:Malaparte\, 350 king st. West\, Toronto\, Toronto\, M5V 3x5\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20250825T140633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T160330Z
UID:10000483-1777334400-1777507199@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:ChinaBio Partnering Forum
DESCRIPTION:The next era of global innovation and dealmaking in China \nEngage with the largest network of potential partners to accelerate your cross-border strategies and expand your reach into the China market. \nChinaBio® Partnering Forum is the largest and most productive life science partnering event in China. To be held as a 2 days in-person\, 2 days virtually\, April 28–29\, 2026\, and May 6–7\, 2026\, the conference will bring together biotech and pharma leaders from around the world along with hundreds of China-based developers of novel technologies for four days of successful partnering. \nChinaBio® Partnering Forum 2025 attracted 700+ delegates from over 500 companies and 30 countries\, making it a must-attend global event for companies interested in developing cross-border partnerships\, both inside and outside of China. The 2026 edition promises to be even better\, with top notch attendance from pharma and biotech companies and investors\, as well as leading executives from China’s fast-growing life sciences hubs and researchers from China’s top universities and institutes.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/china-bio-parterning-forum/
LOCATION:Shanghai\, China
CATEGORIES:Partnering Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260226T172059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T172059Z
UID:10000506-1777507200-1777593599@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:AbbVie Partnering Day
DESCRIPTION:Montreal\, Thursday\, April 30\, 2026 \nAbbVie\, in collaboration with BIOQuébec\, will host a Partnering Day in Montreal on April 30\, 2026\, bringing together researchers\, entrepreneurs\, and biotech companies from Canada. \nAbbVie’s Partnering Days provide an opportunity for these groups to access senior level AbbVie Corporate Business and Strategy Office (CBSO) representatives: \n\nMeet with our research and partnership leadership teams to discuss ideas and research in a one-on-one setting\nLearn more about our strategy\, approach to partnering and areas of interest (Immunology\, Oncology\, Neuroscience\, Eye Care\, Obesity and Aesthetics)\nLearn about the investment strategy of AbbVie Ventures\n\n  \nAGENDA \nMorning: One-on-one partnering meetings with pre-selected companies \nCompanies must apply in advance and be approved for a one-on-one partnering meeting. Meeting requests should be sent to partneringday@abbvie.com (deadline April 3\, 2026). \n  \nAfternoon: AbbVie Showcase & Networking Reception- overview of AbbVie’s strategies and external innovation priorities; AbbVie’s approach to partnering \nCompanies must register at the below link and be approved to attend the showcase and the reception (deadline to register April 15\, 2026)
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/abbvie-partnering-day-2/
LOCATION:Montreal\, Montreal\, Canada\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20250825T140757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T140757Z
UID:10000484-1777852800-1778025599@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:Swiss Biotech Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/swiss-biotech-day/
LOCATION:Basel\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Partnering Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20250825T140124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T140124Z
UID:10000479-1777852800-1778716799@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:BIO€quit Europe
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URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/bioequit-europe/
LOCATION:Prague\, Czech Republic
CATEGORIES:Partnering Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260211T160440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T160440Z
UID:10000499-1778544000-1778803199@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:9th Canadian Glycomics Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Glycomics\, the study of glycans (carbohydrates)\, is rapidly reshaping our understanding of health\, disease\, and bioinnovation. From next-generation therapeutics and vaccines to advances in agriculture and biotechnology\, the field is accelerating breakthroughs with real-world impact. Hosted by GlycoNet\, the Canadian Glycomics Symposium brings together more than 150 delegates from across Canada and around the world to connect and discuss advancements. Researchers and industry are invited to submit abstracts for presentation. Visit the symposium website for information \nAbstract Deadline: February 28\, 2026
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/9th-canadian-glycomics-symposium/
LOCATION:Canmore\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260410T183356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T183356Z
UID:10000518-1778572800-1778778000@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:Canadian Glycomics - 9th Canadian Glycomics Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 9th Canadian Glycomics Symposium taking place May 12-14\, 2026 in Canmore\, Alberta—in the heart of the Rocky Mountains! \n\nShare the latest advances in glycomics and glycoscience\nConnect with researchers\, trainees\, and industry\nDiscover emerging tools\, methods\, and applications\nBuild new collaborations across institutions and disciplines\n\nGlycomics\, the study of glycans (carbohydrates)\, is rapidly reshaping our understanding of health\, disease\, and bioinnovation. From next-generation therapeutics and vaccines to advances in agriculture and biotechnology\, the field is accelerating breakthroughs with real-world impact. Hosted by GlycoNet\, the Canadian Glycomics Symposium brings together more than 150 delegates from across Canada and around the world to connect and discuss advancements. Visit the symposium website for information.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/canadian-glycomics-9th-canadian-glycomics-symposium/
LOCATION:Canmore\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260408T190406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T190406Z
UID:10000516-1779782400-1779811200@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:BAM - Manitoba Investment Summit
DESCRIPTION:Where Manitoba Businesses and Capital Connect\nThe Manitoba Investment Summit brings together the people who build companies and the people who fund them. In one focused day\, Manitoba businesses connect directly with government funders\, private investors\, service providers\, and program leaders who can help move their plans forward. \nIf you are looking to scale\, invest in innovation\, expand into new markets\, or strengthen your operations\, this is where those conversations start. Instead of spending months trying to find the right contact\, book meetings\, and move through introductions\, the Summit puts you directly in front of decision makers in one day. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: May 26\, 2026\nTime: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nLocation: Fairmont Winnipeg\, 2 Lombard Place\, Winnipeg\, MB R3B 0Y3\nList of Funders: Click here\n\nWhy Attend\nGrowing a company often means months of outreach\, introductions\, and follow-up meetings. The Manitoba Investment Summit compresses that process into a single event. \nThrough a curated pairing process\, participating businesses are matched with relevant funders and service providers based on sector\, stage of growth\, capital needs\, and strategic priorities. \nYou will take part in a series of focused\, seven-minute one-on-one meetings. Each conversation is designed to: \n\nClarify funding eligibility and program fit\nExplore investment readiness and capital requirements\nIdentify partnership opportunities\nGain direct feedback from decision makers\nBuild relationships that extend beyond the event\n\nWho Should Participate\nManitoba Businesses\n\nEarly-stage companies preparing to raise capital\nGrowth stage firms seeking expansion funding\nEstablished companies pursuing innovation or commercialization\nExport-ready businesses entering new markets\n\nFunders\, Investors\, and Service Providers\n\nGovernment funding programs\nAngel investors and venture capital groups\nFinancial institutions\nStrategic corporate investors\nLegal and accounting firms\nIP and regulatory advisors\nCommercialization and export specialists\nBusiness advisory organizations\n\nIf you play a role in Manitoba’s innovation and growth ecosystem\, this Summit was built for you. \nHow It Works\n\nApply to Participate\nBusinesses and funders submit their registration outlining their priorities\, focus areas\, and objectives.\nCurated Matching\nOur team reviews registrations and aligns participants based on fit\, sector alignment\, and growth stage.\nSeven-Minute Meetings\nA structured schedule ensures each participant meets with relevant partners in a time-efficient format.\nFollow Up and Build\nThe Summit is the starting point. Participants leave with clear next steps and new relationships to pursue.\n\nWhether you are seeking capital\, offering investment\, or supporting business growth\, the Manitoba Investment Summit is your opportunity to make meaningful connections in a focused\, results-driven environment. \nApply to participate and be part of the conversations shaping Manitoba’s next phase of growth. \n\nManitoba Investment Summit Funders\nCheck back soon as more funders are confirmed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\nThis event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors. Interested in showcasing your organization’s commitment to Manitoba’s bioscience industry? Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please email janelle@biomb.ca for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\nDate:May 26\nCost:Free\nEvent Category:Events\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\nBioscience Association Manitoba\nPhone(204) 272-5095\nEmailinfo@biomb.ca\nView Organiser Website\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\nFairmont Winnipeg\n\n2 Lombard Place\nWinnipeg\, Manitoba R3B 0Y3 Canada + Google Map\n\nPhone204-957-1350\nView Venue Website
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/bam-manitoba-investment-summit/
LOCATION:Fairmont Winnipeg 2 Lombard Place Winnipeg\, Manitoba
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260507T180119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T172614Z
UID:10000520-1780387200-1780678800@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:CBS/CSPS/CC-CRS Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Biomaterials Society (CBS)\, the Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences (CSPS)\, and the Canadian Chapter of the Controlled Release Society (CC-CRS) are joining forces to host a landmark joint conference at UBC Vancouver. This milestone gathering positions Canada as a hub for global scientific exchange\, uniting scientists\, trainees\, industry leaders\, regulators\, and international partners at the intersection of biomaterials and pharmaceutical sciences. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/cbs-csps-cc-crs-conference/
LOCATION:The Nest – UNviersity of British Columbia\, 6133 University Blvd\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6T 0C7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260603T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260507T163710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T163710Z
UID:10000519-1780502400-1780516800@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:BioConnect BC
DESCRIPTION:BIOTECanada is proud to sponsor BioConnect BC this June! 🎉 \nBioConnect BC is Vancouver’s free monthly life sciences networking event\, a grassroots community of nearly 4\,000 members including founders\, researchers\, investors\, clinicians\, and collaborators from across BC’s innovation ecosystem. \nWe’re especially excited that our June 3 event coincides with the CBS/CSPS/CC-CRS joint conference at UBC Vancouver (June 2–5). If you’re in town for the conference\, come join the broader Vancouver life sciences community that evening. \nNo registration required. Just come. \nFollow BioConnect BC on LinkedIn for updates at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13518355/ \n#BIOTECanada #BioConnectBC #LifeSciences #Biotech #Vancouver #CanadianBiotech #BCTech #Innovation \n 
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/bioconnect-bc/
LOCATION:BAESIDE @ Mohony’s False Creek\,\, BAESIDE@Mahony's False Creek\, 601Stamps Landing\, Vancouver\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20250825T135755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T194347Z
UID:10000477-1782086400-1782431999@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:BIO International Convention
DESCRIPTION:Discounted Premier Access Partnering passes available for BIOTECanada members! Contact Shaely to learn more.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/bio-internation-convention/
LOCATION:San Diego\, CA
CATEGORIES:Discounted for BIOTECanada Members,Partnering Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260513T181325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T183214Z
UID:10000521-1783468800-1783814399@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:ISSCR Annual Meeting – International Society for Stem Cell Research
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Global Stem cell event \nLeaders in stem cell research and regenerative medicine gather annually for the ISSCR Annual Meeting\, and you’re invited to be part of it! Join nearly 3\,500 scientists from across the world at ISSCR 2026 for a four day event highlighting the most important breakthroughs in the field. \nDiscount code available for BIOTECanada members! Please contact Emily.meyers@biotech.ca to obtain your code. \nThe scientific program is organized around 6 tracks: \n\nclinical applications\ncapturing development\ndisease modeling and drug discovery\nengineering biology\nethics\, translation\, policy\, and impact\nsomatic stem cells\n\n 
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/isscr-annual-meeting-international-society-for-stem-cell-research/
LOCATION:Montreal\, Montreal\, Canada\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20250825T135649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T135649Z
UID:10000476-1784073600-1784505599@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:BIO Asia-Taiwan
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/bio-asia-taiwan/
LOCATION:TaiNEX\, Taipei
CATEGORIES:Partnering Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260130T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T210621Z
UID:10000498-1788220800-1788393599@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:Asia Partnering Forum
DESCRIPTION:Asia Bio Partnering Forum: Shaping the Future of APAC Biotech \nAsia Bio Partnering Forum is where the future of biotech\, pharma\, and investment converges. Designed to connect global stakeholders with Asia’s dynamic life sciences ecosystem\, this high-impact forum fosters dealmaking\, investment\, and collaboration among key players driving the next wave of innovation. \nBIOTECanada members registration discount: 15% off prevailing registration rate \nPlease don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything we can assist you with. Whether it’s connecting you with the broader biotech community\, providing insights into BIOTECanada’s initiatives\, or supporting your goals\, we are here to help.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/asia-partnering-forum/
LOCATION:Marina Bay Sands\, Singapore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTSTAMP:20260523T123358
CREATED:20260521T135324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T141721Z
UID:10000522-1790640000-1790899199@www.biotech.ca
SUMMARY:BIOSPAIN 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nDiscount code available! Please contact Emily.meyers@biotech.ca to obtain. \nBIOSPAIN is the largest biotechnology event organized by a national bioindustry association in Europe and one of the largest in the world by the number of one-to-one meetings (4\,500) and companies participating (1\,065) and one of the most important annual events in the biotechnology / biopharma sector in the South of Europe. The event consists of a biotech and scientific congress with conferences and plenary sessions by international expert speakers\, an investment forum embedded within the program\, a large trade exhibition and an important partnering event organised by ASEBIO in partnership with BIO’s one-on-one partnering™ system (the organisers of BIO Convention) and local partners. The last full in-person edition of Biospain in 2025 drew over 2\,400 delegates and 1\,065 companies and institutions and 140 investors. There were over 35 countries represented in total\, with large delegations from the UK\, France\, Portugal\, the USA\, Switzerland\, Latin America and Canada\, among others\, representing the international participants almost 45% out of the total number of attendees. The trade exhibition area displayed over 300 exhibitors. Plenty of networking opportunities take place during the event and at the evening receptions. Through the partnering session\, more than 4\,500 one-on-one meetings were held\, which makes it the 3rd largest business and technology transfer partnering events in Europe. It is expected that the numbers will go further up for Biospain 2026. One of the key features of BIOSPAIN is its partnering sessions. \nThe Consulate of Canada in Barcelona\, Global Affairs Canada\, Government of Canada\, has partnered once more with the organizers of the event\, ASEBIO\, the Association of Bio-Enterprises in Spain\, to offer the Canadian companies and institutions\, the very best of this international partnering congress and will take part actively in this edition of Biospain 2026. \nATTENDEES TO BIOSPAIN: \nThe main participants to Biospain are from biotech\, pharmaceutical\, life sciences companies in human and animal health\, research centres\, university and hospital representatives\, as well as CRO and CMOs representatives\, life sciences and health clusters and associations’ representatives and investors/ venture capital firm’s partners focused on the life sciences and health industries sectors. \nTRADE COMMISSIONER IN THE MARKET: \nMs. Aurora Polo\, Trade Commissioner at the Consulate of Canada\, responsible for the Life Sciences and Health Industries sector for Spain and Andorra and Lead of the European Life Sciences Multi-Country Sector Team\, will participate actively in the event and will assist the Canadian delegates prior to\, during and after the event for them to make the most of it\, in terms of assisting them with market sector intelligence for the Spanish market\, with their requests to identify potential partners for business/ trade and science and technology opportunities and other types of partnerships and strategic alliances. She will be delighted to have a meeting with you during the event to learn more about your company’s interests and assist you with the Spanish / European market. \nA HALF-DAY SIDE PROGRAM IN BILBAO WITH SITE VISITS ON THURSDAY\, OCTOBER 1ST: \nMs. Polo will organize for the Canadian delegation\, a half-day program of site visits to the life sciences hub in Bilbao on Thursday\, October 1st with local sector partners\, which will include site visits and meetings with some of the key organizations in the sector in the Basque Country region. \nIf you are interested in participating in BIOSPAIN 2026\, please contact and confirm your interest and participation at the event and please indicate whether you will also attend the half-day program in Bilbao\, on Thursday\, October 1st. \nACCOMMODATION IN BILBAO: \nPlease visit Biospain’s website under the “Travel” section\, which provides a wide range of hotel accommodation with special rates for the event’s delegates:  https://biospain.com/accommodation/ \n\n 
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/biospain-2026/
LOCATION:Bilbao Exhibition centre
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