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Led by Connie Chen (@FACITca) and Suman Rao (@LumiraVentures), the conversation will dive into FACIT and Lumira’s investment programs and how they’re supporting the next generation of cancer ventures.

Applications are open for OBIO’s Capital Access Advisory Program (CAAP®)! Are you a health science company based in #Ontario and starting to raise a post-seed financing round in the next 12-18 months? Apply before tomorrow, April 30! 🔗obio.ca/obiocaap

We're excited for Falcons' Fortunes pitch competition this Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Here are 3 of the 6 entrepreneur finalists and their cancer innovation poised to make a difference: facit.ca/falcons-fortun…

The next big thing? It’s made in Ontario! ✨ Join us at #DiscoveryX 2026 to witness home-grown #innovation that is redefining what’s possible across the province and beyond. Thanks to sponsors like @FACITca, this is one event you won’t want to miss. Register now 🔗 tinyurl.com/2xtpv386

Last chance! Submit your early stage innovation proposal for FACIT's Prospects Oncology Fund - up to $200K to advance commercialization of Ontario-made cancer solutions. Deadline March 31, 2026. facit.ca/funds/prospect…

Watch six rising star entrepreneurs pitch their breakthrough cancer innovation as they compete for the $100,000 award. RSVP required: facit.ca/falcons-fortun… #pitchcompetition #cancerinnovation #entrepreneurship @OBIOscience @TIAPToronto @INOVAITCanada @cancersociety

Are you developing an innovation to solve cancer? FACIT's Prospects Oncology Fund supports early stage innovations in Ontario with up to $200,000 grant. Apply by March 31, 2026. See details here: facit.ca/funds/prospect…

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, 2026, FACIT recognizes the achievements of women-led health and biotech companies in Ontario that are driving innovative cancer solutions. #IWD2026. Read more here: facit.ca/news/celebrate…

Mark your calendar for March 5 when we’ll be hosting a special gathering of dynamic women leaders from across the life sciences & health tech sectors in Toronto. Thank you, @EYnews and @FACITca, for being sponsors of this event! Reserve your spot today! 🔗obio.ca/news-events/20…

Did you know IPON offers IP funding to eligible clients? IP funding can help you support, build, maintain and protect your commercialization and market opportunities by developing: ✅IP agreements (non-disclosure, licenses, master service, partnership) ✅IP survey/audit ✅IP strategy ✅IP registration Learn more about IP funding and other IP services at the next IPON Explained info session on Feb. 5: ip-ontario.ca/events/ipon-ex… Get critical IP support: ip-ontario.ca/services

Final Call for Falcons' Fortunes pitch competition. Deadline is tonight! (Jan 30, 2026) facit.ca/falcons-fortun…

Reminder-submission deadline is this Friday Jan 30, 2026! Falcons' Fortunes is a premier pitch competition showcasing breakthrough cancer innovations. Open to Ontario-based entrepreneurs and researchers at a start-up or institution. See details & apply: lnkd.in/eKptbcj

Call for entrepreneurs & scientists! Are you developing an innovative cancer solution? Compete for the $100K award at FACIT's annual Falcons' Fortunes pitch competition. Apply by Jan 30, 2026. Open to all Ontario researchers and start-ups. See details: facit.ca/falcons-fortun…

Mark your calendar for the 2026 Falcons' Fortunes pitch competition. -January 5, 2026 - applications open to pitch. -April 15, 2026 - annual Falcons' Fortunes event. More details here: facit.ca/falcons-fortun…

Your friends at @FACITca and @OICR_news wish you and your family a safe and joyful holiday season. We look forward to working together with Ontario’s life sciences entrepreneurs and ecosystem partners for a prosperous 2026.

@FACITca looks forward to working with @OCInnovation, other @ONgov supported commercialization organizations, and other partners. Together, we are strengthening Ontario’s #lifescience ecosystem for a stronger economy and patient benefits. oc-innovation.ca/media-releases…

@FACITca recognizes #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek with the launch of "Feather to Flight" - a new initiative with partner @OICR_news to build entrepreneurial skills within Ontario's cancer research community. Read more: facit.ca/news/feather-t…↗ #CancerResearch #Innovation

Happy Women's Entrepreneurship Day!  Ontario is working to empower women through a range of initiatives that support female entrepreneurs and women-led and owned businesses. To learn more visit: #section-2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ontario.ca/page/womens-ec… #FemaleFounders #WomenWhoLead #SheMeansBusiness