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Congratulations to Dr Richard Sutton on receiving an Honorary Degree from the U of A for his groundbreaking work in AI and to all who graduated at the Winter convocation. Wishing all the graduates much success in their future endeavours.

Nominations are now open for the BioAlberta 2026 Achievement Awards. Do you know a life sciences company making an impact in Alberta? Or a leader helping to grow and strengthen our sector? Learn more and submit a nomination: bioalberta.com/our-associatio…

Civilizations survive when they choose reason over superstition and evidence over ideology. It really is that simple.

Before science, humans had very little freedom because nature decided everything: If crops failed → famine. If you got an infection → death. If winters were harsh → starvation. If a child was born → high risk of dying. Science changed that. Vaccines → freedom from many diseases Fertilizers → freedom from constant famine Electricity → freedom from darkness and cold Antibiotics → freedom from deadly infections Science doesn’t just produce knowledge. It removes the constraints that used to control human life. And when constraints disappear, people gain freedom. Science is the technology of human freedom.

Let us #PrayTogether that nations move toward effective disarmament, particularly nuclear disarmament, and that world leaders choose the path of dialogue and diplomacy instead of violence. #PrayerIntention @clicktopray_en popesprayer.va/praywiththepop…

The 1st panel of the 2026 Policy Forum highlights the integration of AI technology to increase human capacity and support health initiatives like cancer care. Panelists discussed the changes in the health innovation sector from technology, talent, and partnerships.

The last panel of Policy Forum 2026 features the partners and clinicians behind Lung Health Check. Sponsored by @AstraZeneca, panelists identified the need for mobile lung screening to provide access to rural and remote communities across AB. Data and community connections matter

BioAlberta extends our sincere appreciation to our Champion sponsor, GSK, for their support of today's 2026 BioAlberta Policy Forum! Their commitment to advancing life sciences innovation and policy development plays a crucial role in shaping Alberta’s future in this sector.

Thank you to our panelists and moderator: Ryan Mercer, Laura Pagnotta, Rob Pankhurst, and Jason Copping for navigating this discussion truthfully and highlighting the opportunity to promote Canada’s market as a reliable and predictable environment for investment in health sectors

Our 2nd Policy Forum panel includes a vast array of experience to discuss the impacts of US and international trade policies on AB’s health and health innovation sector. The panel led an engaging discussion on navigating policy changes and how Canada’s in a position to lead.

Mike Mahon, CEO of @ABInnovates, gave the Policy Forum 2026 keynote address featuring their strategic goals and how that supports Alberta’s life sciences ecosystem. Mahon emphasized that there is a shared role to scale and attract investment and opportunity in AB. @robbstoddard

BioAlberta and University Hospital Foundation extend our sincere appreciation to our sponsors, Alberta Innovates and Alberta Cancer Foundation, for their support of our Health Innovators Breakfast Series!

“Foundations are catalysts for change.” Thank you to Kerry Bales, David Diamond, Toby Schneider and Kim Simmonds for emphasizing the need for innovation, collaboration, data and research growth in the life sciences. Thank you to our breakfast sponsors @albertacancer @ABInnovates

This morning, the Health Innovators Breakfast Series brought together the 4 CEOs of AB’s healthcare pillars to discuss innovation and leadership, partnerships and integration, and access to care for the health and life sciences sector. Thank you to @GiveToUHF for supporting!

Policy Forum panel update: Alberta Leads: Advancing Equity with Mobile Lung Health Services Join thought leaders and innovators as we explore the future of trade, talent, and technology in Alberta: bioalberta.com/events/policy-… #AlbertaLifeSciences #PolicyForum26

Four long years into Russia’s unjustifiable and full-scale invasion, Ukraine has persisted. Today and every day, Canada remains steadfast in its commitment to protect, restore, and rebuild Ukraine. Prime Minister Carney’s statement: ow.ly/3zh050Yl5eB

Policy Forum panel: Building Alberta's skilled workforce for a future-ready health and life sciences sector. Join us: bioalberta.com/events/policy-… #AlbertaLifeSciences #PolicyForum26

Thank you to everyone who joined our first Calgary Bioeconomy Guild Night of 2026! Grateful to MNP for sponsoring and to NanoTess and Megan for an engaging session on Scaling Healing and the Quintuple Aim. Great energy and momentum in Calgary.

@JustB0BDawson @MadelnCanada Now you’re just showing off

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Canada this weekend:

BioAlberta and @givetouhf invite you to our first Health Innovators Breakfast, featuring a panel discussion on Building a Provincial Cardiac Strategy. 🎟️ Register now: simpli.events/e/health-innov… #YEGEvents #HeartHealth #CaringForOurHearts