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SUMMARY:GlycoNet - Kickstart Program Info Session
DESCRIPTION:GlycoNet is launching a new call for proposals for the Kickstart Program this fall. The program supports new and early-stage glycomics ventures with up to $100\,000 in investment per project\, with the goal of translating academic discoveries into commercial carbohydrate-based therapeutics\, vaccines\, and diagnostics. \nJoin our virtual information session to learn about the program: \n📅 August 19\, 2026\n🕐 1 p.m. MT | 3 p.m. ET  (via Zoom) \nMore program information: https://canadianglycomics.ca/research/call-for-proposals/
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/glyconet-kickstart-program-info-session/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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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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SUMMARY:LSX Congress USA (LSX USA)  - Life Science Executive Partnering
DESCRIPTION:LSX Congress USA in Boston\, one of the key events of Biotech Week Boston\, is where biotech companies at different stages of growth come to meet the investors and pharma partners who can help shape what comes next. From emerging biotechs seeking capital and visibility to later-stage companies pursuing strategic partnerships and commercial momentum\, the event is built around the conversations that matter most. \nBIOTECanada member get 15% off  to LSX Congress USA registration when signing up by using the promo code.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/lsx-congress-usa-lsx-usa-life-science-executive-partnering/
LOCATION:Hynes Convention Center\, 900 Boylston St\, Boston\, MA\, United States
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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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SUMMARY:Women in Bio/The Rotman School of Management - Empowering transformative leadership
DESCRIPTION:Empowering transformative leadership. \nThe Rotman School of Management\, in partnership with Women In Bio-Greater Montreal\, believe that diversity on boards foreshadows good corporate governance\, fosters superior decision-making\, and results in enhanced business outcomes. \nThat’s why we’ve collaborated on the Excellence in Canadian Board Governance (ECBG) program\, enabling seasoned and aspiring board members to enhance the skills they need to be effective\, by deciphering the growing complexities of board responsibilities and governance issues\, and delineating a framework for refined decision-making. \nOver 75 ambitious\, accomplished executive women with diverse experience across several sectors of the Life Sciences have earned their certificate in Board Governance since 2022\, and are ready to contribute to Canadian Boards.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/women-in-bio-the-rotman-school-of-management-empowering-transformative-leadership/2027-01-15/
LOCATION:MA
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SUMMARY:Women in Bio/The Rotman School of Management - Empowering transformative leadership
DESCRIPTION:Empowering transformative leadership. \nThe Rotman School of Management\, in partnership with Women In Bio-Greater Montreal\, believe that diversity on boards foreshadows good corporate governance\, fosters superior decision-making\, and results in enhanced business outcomes. \nThat’s why we’ve collaborated on the Excellence in Canadian Board Governance (ECBG) program\, enabling seasoned and aspiring board members to enhance the skills they need to be effective\, by deciphering the growing complexities of board responsibilities and governance issues\, and delineating a framework for refined decision-making. \nOver 75 ambitious\, accomplished executive women with diverse experience across several sectors of the Life Sciences have earned their certificate in Board Governance since 2022\, and are ready to contribute to Canadian Boards.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/women-in-bio-the-rotman-school-of-management-empowering-transformative-leadership/2027-01-22/
LOCATION:MA
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SUMMARY:Women in Bio/The Rotman School of Management - Empowering transformative leadership
DESCRIPTION:Empowering transformative leadership. \nThe Rotman School of Management\, in partnership with Women In Bio-Greater Montreal\, believe that diversity on boards foreshadows good corporate governance\, fosters superior decision-making\, and results in enhanced business outcomes. \nThat’s why we’ve collaborated on the Excellence in Canadian Board Governance (ECBG) program\, enabling seasoned and aspiring board members to enhance the skills they need to be effective\, by deciphering the growing complexities of board responsibilities and governance issues\, and delineating a framework for refined decision-making. \nOver 75 ambitious\, accomplished executive women with diverse experience across several sectors of the Life Sciences have earned their certificate in Board Governance since 2022\, and are ready to contribute to Canadian Boards.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/women-in-bio-the-rotman-school-of-management-empowering-transformative-leadership/2027-01-29/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Women in Bio/The Rotman School of Management - Empowering transformative leadership
DESCRIPTION:Empowering transformative leadership. \nThe Rotman School of Management\, in partnership with Women In Bio-Greater Montreal\, believe that diversity on boards foreshadows good corporate governance\, fosters superior decision-making\, and results in enhanced business outcomes. \nThat’s why we’ve collaborated on the Excellence in Canadian Board Governance (ECBG) program\, enabling seasoned and aspiring board members to enhance the skills they need to be effective\, by deciphering the growing complexities of board responsibilities and governance issues\, and delineating a framework for refined decision-making. \nOver 75 ambitious\, accomplished executive women with diverse experience across several sectors of the Life Sciences have earned their certificate in Board Governance since 2022\, and are ready to contribute to Canadian Boards.
URL:https://www.biotech.ca/event/women-in-bio-the-rotman-school-of-management-empowering-transformative-leadership/2027-02-05/
LOCATION:MA
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