Spartan Bioscience files for creditor protection after identifying 'issue' with COVID-19 test
OBIO’s Women in the Business of Health Science Bootcamp Participants are Ready to Enter the Health Science Industry
Find your next hire faster with the new OBIO Job Board and Talent Network
OBIO Investment Summit Showcases Canada’s Booming Health Science Industry on the World Stage
OBIO Announces National Call to Canadian Health Science Companies for Applications for the 2021 OBIO Investment Summit
The 2021 OBIO Investment Summit national call for applications from health science companies that are seeking Series A or beyond investments is now open.
Engineering and Computer Science Professionals Ready for the Health Science Industry
Health Science Industry-Ready Engineering Professionals Available Now
Is your company getting ready to scale in the post-pandemic economy? Send us your job description and OBIO will match you with industry-ready candidates, prepared for your Product Development, Manufacturing and Quality Assurances roles.
OBIO Pitches & Pitchers Pitch Competition: Announcing the Winners
On August 25, OBIO held Pitches & Pitchers Pitch Competition during which innovative health science companies, engaged in OBIO’s Access to Capital programs (CAAP and Health MINT) competed to win $10K in cash prizes.
OBIO Announces First Eight Early Adopter Health Network Projects to Drive Innovation into the Health System
The Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO®), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing health technology innovation and commercialization, is proud to announce the launch of the first eight Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN™) innovation projects.
OBIO Anti-Racism Statement
As millions around the world speak out against racism and its impact, OBIO, as an organization, is committed to anti-racism and to advancing racial equality through our continued growth as an organization.
OBIO Roundtable on Governance – Blog on Key Points for Building and Managing a Board of Directors
On July 7th, OBIO held a Roundtable Discussion with health science companies on Governance. The Roundtable covered two practical aspects of governance - building and managing a BoD. This blog summarizes the key, take-home nuggets from the event.
OBIO Hosts Industry Roundtable with BIO Digital Delegation Companies
Last week, OBIO organized and hosted a virtual roundtable discussion with health science companies that participated in the Ontario delegation to the BIO Digital 2020 conference. The interactive discussion allowed participants to share their experiences about adjusting to building companies virtually.
OBIO’s Health to Business Bridge Program (H2BB) is Preparing the Future Leaders of Ontario’s Health Science Industry
OBIO’s Health to Business Bridge™ Program (H2BB) prepares new hires for careers in Ontario’s health science industry, helping companies build for the future in an innovative sector poised for growth.
OBIO Announces Early Adopter Health Network Call for Applications to Address COVID-19
This is a call to action for companies developing health technologies including COVID-19 management and treatment technologies to be evaluated for commercial readiness within its Early Adopter Health Network
OBIO H2BB Next Term Begins May 27
Limited Spots Available - Contact Us Today! Make OBIO H2BB part of the onboarding you provide new hires and increase employee productivity, development and retention, as well having a competitive edge as you seek top talent.
OBIO's COVID-19 Advocacy Efforts
As the health science industry adjusts to the realities of COVID-19, OBIO continues to advocate and work on your behalf. Over the last two weeks, OBIO has engaged with health science companies in a variety of ways.
OBIO Advocating on Behalf of the Health Science Industry
OBIO sends letter to government with recommendations to expand the federal announced wage subsidy
Ontario Government Announces Health Science Industry As Essential Business Sector
The Government of Ontario has announced that the health science industry is deemed an essential service in Ontario and will be exempted from temporary closures of businesses due to COVID-19.
Federal Government Announces New Supports for Business in Fight Against COVID-19
Today, the Government of Canada announced a plan to mobilize industry to combat COVID-19. The plan will redirect a variety of streams of government funding toward manufacturing, commercialization and research focused on health science products and services needed during the pandemic.
Update from OBIO
Update from the President and CEO - OBIO’s response to COVID-19