⏰Only three days left! Got a minute? We’d love to hear from you! Your feedback is essential to helping us recognize and refine our membership offerings, events and other initiatives. Fill out our quick survey by September 1 for a chance to win a great prize! 🎁 📅 Random draw: September 2 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g-MMuSYE #OBIO #OBIOsurvey #LifeSciences #HealthTech #CommunityFeedback
OBIO
Biotechnology Research
Toronto, Ontario 14,507 followers
Addressing the needs of the next generation of companies developing innovative human health products.
About us
Founded in 2009, OBIO® is a not-for-profit, membership-based organization engaged in strategy, programming, policy development and advocacy to address the needs of the next generation of companies developing innovative human health products. OBIO® supports early-stage and venture-backed life sciences and health tech companies enabling them to raise capital, hire and train industry-ready talent, facilitate the commercialization and market adoption of their technologies in health systems, and access infrastructure. OBIO® advances its mission through collaborative partnerships with industry, the investment community, academia, the healthcare system and government.
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http://www.obio.ca
External link for OBIO
- Industry
- Biotechnology Research
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Ontario
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2009
- Specialties
- Health Science, Biotechnology, Business, and Advocacy
Locations
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Primary
108 College Street
SUITE W1020
Toronto, Ontario M5G 0C6, CA
Employees at OBIO
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Mary Argent-Katwala, PhD
Life Science & Healthcare Strategist
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Adam Buckley
Experienced Entrepreneur, Business Development & Operations Executive. Skilled in Vaccines, Immunology, Operations, Licensing, M&A, Venture Stage…
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Doriane Rey
Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications at OBIO
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Garima Ghale, PhD
Associate Director at Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization
Updates
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👋🏽 Are you joining us on September 16 for an inspiring, red-carpet evening of recognition, connections, and celebration? We’ll highlight our 2025 achievements, thank our board, members & ecosystem partners, shine the spotlight on Ontario’s biotech and health tech stars, as we continue advancing the life sciences & health tech sector together! Highlights of the evening: 🎥Pitch Competition: Watch #OBIO companies take the stage in a fun competition inspired by the silver screen. 🍸 Networking Reception: Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres while catching up with friends, partners, and the ecosystem. 🎟️ Get your tickets before September 9! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gBP5BPXm #OBIO #annualpublicmeeting #networkingreception #lifesciences #healthtechnology #healthtech #healthcare #innovationsinhealthcare #redcarpet
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On September 9, join #OBIO for a dynamic webinar on why early-stage and scaling ventures should prioritize corporate development. Dan Wasserman, CEO of Mammoth Health Innovation Inc., will share valuable insights on how strategic visibility drives strategic growth and how a consistent approach to corporate development brings compound benefits. Register now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gbHJ4fCq #LifeSciences #Biotech #CorporateDevelopment #OBIO #Biotech #OBIOWebinar #StartupStrategy #HealthInnovation
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⏰ One day left to apply for the #OBIO WiHI Seed Program! Want to know what it’s like to be part of the program? See what our alumnae have to say about their journey and the impact of the program. Don’t miss the opportunity to receive up to $10,000 CAD in funding, expert mentorship, and access to a powerful health science network! Applications for the next cohort close tomorrow, August 29! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gWFdNWKU #OBIO #WiHI #womeninSTEM #womeninscience #womenintechnology #womenintech #womeninbusiness #startups #womenleaders #womenfounders #lifesciences #venturecapital #financing #entrepreneurship #womenentrepreneurs #womeninentrepreneurship
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👋🏽 Do you have three or more years of experience in cybersecurity, software development, computer science, data science or AI/ML and are looking to transition into the health science industry? Check out our Cybersecurity & Digital Health Training Program for Health Science Professionals! The program, in partnership with Upskill Canada [powered by Palette Skills] and the Government of Canada, focuses on the critical intersection of software development and cybersecurity. Apply now to join one of our upcoming cohorts! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g3iDw5X8 #cybersecurity #digitalhealth #lifesciences #healthscience #upskilling #softwaredevelopment #computerscience #AI #artificialintelligence #machinelearning
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📅 Join us for a workshop on October 16 to deep dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare across Canada. From cutting-edge innovations to real-world hospital success stories, this is your chance to hear directly from the leaders driving change. 🧠 What to expect: ➡️ Insightful discussions on the latest AI trends in health systems ➡️ Real stories from Canadian hospitals using AI to transform patient care ➡️ Perspectives from top corporations enabling AI adoption ➡️ Networking opportunities 🎤 Featured Panels: 💡 Beyond the Hype: Real-World AI Breakthroughs in Healthcare Industries 💡 Transforming Patient Care with AI: Real Stories from Canadian Hospitals Register now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gBTzARc6 #AIinHealthcare #OBIO #HealthTech #Innovation #CanadianHealthcare #Networking #Startups #DigitalHealth #FutureOfMedicine #artificialintelligence #AI #healthcare #healthtechnology
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Our President and CEO, Dr. Maura Campbell, was delighted to attend this pivotal announcement and enjoyed connecting with colleagues and leaders from across the life sciences community. We applaud the Ontario Government | Gouvernement de l’Ontario’s $5M investment through the Ontario Wet Labs Program (OWLP) to equip a new wet lab at the University of Ottawa’s Advanced Medical Research Centre. This strategic funding marks a significant advancement in strengthening the region’s life sciences infrastructure, essential for scaling biotech innovation. #wetlab #wetlabspace #lifesciences #healthtech #entrepreneurs
Great to join Ministers Victor Fedeli, Nolan Quinn, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, and University of Ottawa President and Vice-Chancellor Marie-Eve Sylvestre, S.J.D., Ad.E. for an exciting announcement at the new Advanced Medical Research Centre (AMRC) at the University of Ottawa. Ontario is investing $5 million through the Ontario Wet Labs Program to build state-of-the-art #WetLab space in the AMRC and Ottawa Health Innovation Hub — an investment expected to create over 750 jobs, generate more than $130 million in revenue and investment by 2032, and accelerate the translation of discoveries from lab to bedside. The new facilities will also provide vital infrastructure for companies and industry partners to scale, commercialize, and collaborate, strengthening Ottawa’s role as a hub for #LifeSciences and #HealthInnovation. ONeconomy | ÉconomieON Colleges, Universities, Research & Security | Collèges, Universités, Recherche & Sécurité Ontario Centre of Innovation Philippa King Jeff van Heumen Ph.D Amir Pahlevanpour, PhD Blair P. Melissa Forgie Jeff Smirle Kenneth R. Lawless, MSc Maura Campbell Sonya Shorey
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Our Biomanufacturing for Advanced Therapies Training Program is coming to Guelph in September! Check out the upcoming cohort dates and apply to gain in-demand, hands-on experience in biomanufacturing for advanced therapies. 📅 September 8 - 12 | September 15 - 19 | September 22 - 26 | Learn more: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g6eKpHEq CATTI Palette Skills #Biomanufacturing #AdvancedTherapies #TrainingProgram #CellAndGeneTherapies #UpskillCanada #PaletteSkills #CellCulture #AsepticTechniques #lifesciences
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We’re energized to work alongside organizations like Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care and A4i Inc that are pushing boundaries in digital innovation to support patients with severe mental illness. Bibaswan Ghoshal and Yuvenne Deng of #OBIO had a great visit to Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care, seeing firsthand how A4i’s mobile platform is empowering patients and supporting care teams. Through OBIO’s Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN™) and Life Sciences Critical Technologies & Commercialization (LSCTC) Centre of Excellence, we’re proud to support the partnership between A4i and Waypoint bringing forward digital tools that empower patients and equip care teams with actionable insights to improve outcomes. We look forward to seeing the impact of this collaboration in supporting recovery and enhancing patient outcomes. Read the press release to learn more: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gjSmMPWY 📸 (From L-R): Kevin Young Bibaswan Ghoshal Wenjia Zhou Yuvenne Deng Austin Rice Amos Adler Michelle Hedges Rhonda Johnstone Dan Stey Katherine M. #OBIO #LSCTC #mentalhealth #digitalinnovation #innovation #digitalhealth #lifesciences #A4i #healthcaretransformation #patientempowerment #healthinnovation #OntarioHealthcare
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Women’s Equality Day is a powerful reminder and celebration of the ongoing work towards equal access, equal pay, and equal opportunity for women in every sector. It is about cultivating inclusive environments where women can thrive, lead, and innovate. At #OBIO, our Women in Health Initiative (WiHI) is designed to increase the participation and advancement of women building their careers in the health science industry through a combination of on-the-job experiential learning and financial support. 👋🏽 Applications are currently open for the next cohort of our WiHI Seed Program! Apply for an opportunity to receive up to $10,000 CAD in grant funding plus access to expert advisory, coaching, and networking opportunities to help take your innovation to the next level! ⏰ Apply before Friday, August 29! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gWFdNWKU #WomensEqualityDay #WomensEqualityDay2025 #womeninleadership #WiHI #womenleaders #OBIO #WiHI #womeninSTEM #womeninscience #womenintechnology #womenintech #womeninbusiness #startups #womenleaders #womenfounders #lifesciences
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