A new commitment from the Province and the Government of Canada to AbCellera will support the made-in-B.C. anchor company to expand in Vancouver. Building on B.C.’s new Life Sciences and Biomanufacturing Strategy, the Province of B.C. is contributing $75 million toward AbCellera’s expansion in Vancouver. The Government of Canada is contributing $225 million toward the […]
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Why Local BC Tech Companies Are Sweatin’ For Science
This year, the several BC-based tech companies have rallied together to ‘Sweat for Science’ as a part of the Science Fair Foundation BC’s annual fundraiser, put together in partnership with AbCellera. Among the other key participating teams are Genome BC and Aspect Biosystems. Participating in this event helps raise funds and awareness for science fairs […]
Science Fair Foundation BC Challenges STEM Community to Sweat For Science
The Science Fair Foundation BC has opened registration for 2023 Sweatin’ For Science, presented by AbCellera. This fitness fundraiser, the Foundation’s largest annual science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fundraising and awareness campaign, is returning for the third straight year this May. This year’s theme is “Sci-Fi to Reality” and will explore advancements in technology […]
The Top 25 Healthcare Technology Leaders of Vancouver for 2022
Moove It’s Health Index uses data to reveal the cities with the most developed healthtech ecosystems in the world and the software consulting firm recently ranked Vancouver third among Canadian cities for advancement of their healthtech sectors. Supporting Vancouver’s ranking as a global city leading the technological advancement of healthcare, the Healthcare Technology Report has announced […]
AbCellera Breaks Ground On Phase 2 Of Global HQ In Vancouver
Vancouver biotech anchor AbCellera has broken ground at the Mount Pleasant address that will soon be home to Phase 2 of the Vancouver-grown company’s 380,000-square-foot global headquarters. AbCellera’s leadership team were joined by members of the local biotech ecosystem to celebrate the future, world-class biotech campus that will employ hundreds of highly skilled technical personnel. […]
AbCellera-Discovered Antibody Receives FDA Emergency Use Authorization
AbCellera‘s second antibody developed through AbCellera’s collaboration with Eli Lilly, bebtelovimab (LY-CoV1404), has received Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Bebtelovimab is authorized for the treatment of mild-to-moderate COVID-19 in adults and pediatric patients with positive results of direct SARS-CoV-2 viral testing, and who are at high risk for […]
BC Tech Announces Winners of 2021 Technology Impact Awards
Now in their 28th year, the Technology Impact Awards (TIAs) have never had more reasons to celebrate than they did last night at Science World. The sold-out TIAs Gala returned to an in-person format while also broadcasting the event live to the tech community. “It was wonderful to come together as a community and experience […]
18 B.C. Tech Companies Named Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Winners
Deloitte Canada has announced this year’s winners of the Technology Fast 50, Companies-to-Watch, and Enterprise Fast 15 awards, recognizing the world-class achievements of the best in tech companies across Canada for the 24th year. 2021 saw its own unique challenges that shaped today’s tech companies. The list unveiled today highlights those who have shown true […]
AbCellera Acquires TetraGenetics, Enhancing Capabilities to Generate Antibodies Against High-Value Targets
Vancouver’s AbCellera has acquired Boston’s TetraGenetics, a biotech company with a proprietary platform for generating recombinant human ion channels and other transmembrane proteins. The acquisition was an all-cash transaction one that includes an upfront payment, the potential for payments based on the achievement of technical milestones, and additional development and commercial milestone payments related to […]
Life Sciences BC Announces Annual Award Winners
British Columbia has a vibrant and thriving life sciences industry that is distinguished not only by local and national accomplishments, but also by international recognition. Life Sciences BC has announced the recipients of the 23rd Annual Life Sciences BC Awards which recognize the talented individuals and organizations who contribute to the vibrant life sciences ecosystem […]