TBI Bioscan Newsletter - December 2009
BEC and TBI working together to promote biotechnology in Ontario
BEC and TBI working together to promote biotechnology in Ontario
In January 2010, The Biotechnology Initiative (TBI) will welcome Bioscience Education Canada (BEC) as its featured presenter to kick off its 2010 monthly breakfast series.
TBI November 19th Breakfast: The International Consortium of Anti-virals
TBI November 19th Breakfast: The International Consortium of Anti-virals
H1N1, or Swine flu as it has come to be known, has gotten a lot of press of late, but swine flu is not the only virus in the world taking a terrible toll. In fact some of the more notable viruses reeking havoc include. AIDS, Dengue fever, Rotavirus and hepatitis C are just some of the many viral diseases out there that kill more than 5,000,000 people globally each year.
TBI News
TBI's letter to the Honourable Deborah Matthews Ontario Minister of Health and Long Term Care
TBI had the opportunity to participate in the consultation process reviewing the drug system in Canada along with our corporate members, Rx&D and BIOTECanada. Several key points arose out of these initial discussions including the need to consider drug expenditures as investments, the importance of a biopharmaceutical strategy with a drug system policy, the need for a comprehensive approach that considers multiple Government statutes and Acts, and the need for a greater level of transparency in the drug system in Ontario.
Mentor. Partner. Learn. Grow.
TBI recently launched its mentorship program to help develop business and science professionals and build a stronger network of expertise within Ontario. The program offers individuals the opportunity to connect with other professionals with similar interests or backgrounds to promote development, addressing the need for human capital in the biotech industry.
TBI Member News
Why Good Governance Matters
Does good governance matter in early stage, venture-backed companies? We focus much attention on the quality of management. How much attention should we pay to the quality of governance? Is there such a thing as "too much" governance? Does governance become more important as companies evolve? Is good governance a greater requirement in a public company than a private company?
World Courier Achieves Coveted GxP-Compliant Status Worldwide with Focus on GDP, Quality Management
With a fully GxP-compliant transport and supply chain system in place, World Courier meets the most demanding industry requirements for managing time- and temperature-sensitive clinical trial materials used in global studies.
Immunovaccine (TSX-V: IMV) is pleased to announce that lead therapeutic cancer vaccine candidate DPX-0907 has been cleared
Immunovaccine (TSX-V: IMV) is pleased to announce that lead therapeutic cancer vaccine candidate DPX-0907 has been cleared to initiate Phase 1 clinical trials by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Immunovaccine licenses technology to Pfizer Animal Health
Immunovaccine Inc. is pleased to announce the signing of an exclusive, worldwide license agreement with Pfizer Animal Health.
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Upcoming TBI Events
TBI January 2010 Breakfast Meeting "Biotechnology in Today's World - Developing the Skills for our Future"
Breakfast Meeting
Metro Hall, 3rd floor,
55 John Street,
Thursday January 21st, 2010
8:00 am - 10:00 am,
7:30 am Registration
"Biotechnology in Today's World - Developing the Skills for our Future"
Developing the Skills You Need in Today's Youth -
Dr. Alison Symington
Bioscience Education Canada
"Biotechnology in Today's World" - Dr. Paula Demacio
Centennial College
"The Business Development Bank of Canada - How can we help you" - Samir Bansal, Business Development Bank of Canada
TBI January 28th 2010 Pub Night
Failte Irish Pub
201 City Centre Drive
Mississauga, On
L5B 2T4
TBI's Pub Night at Failte will be a casual opportunity to meet and network with people from all across the biotech industry. TBI continues to strive to promote a strong and integrated biotech community in Ontario. Please drop by anytime after work and join us for drinks (cash bar) and build your own network. We hope to see you all there.
Beakers for Teachers
The Toronto District School Board is looking for industry partners to sit on an advisory board for a new Biotechnology curriculum.
Beakers for Teachers, do you have equipment that you can't use?
The Biotechnology Initiative is an Event Partner for the Shanghai Conference 2009.
2010 TBI Gala "A Celebration of Success"
The Biotechnology Initiative (TBI) invites you to join us in a "Celebration of Success". On Tuesday, February 23, 2010, Lorne Meikle, President of TBI, will host our annual President's Awards Gala at the Four Season's Hotel in Toronto. This is a "must attend" function for all of us who support biotechnology in Canada. A first class ambiance will provide a background for you and your colleagues to come together in recognition of individuals who have contributed so much to this great sector.
Industry Events
Ontario Genomics Institute
Ontario Genomics Institute has launched another round of our PBDF fund, applications due Jan 29, 2010.
Practical Pharmaceutical Industry Knowledge for Support Staff
February 23, 2010
This fun and interactive 1-day course will provide a general overview of the Pharma industry in Canada, with focus on the History of Drug laws; Role of HPFB & FDA; Food & Drug Act and GMP Regulations; New Drug Development; Drug Submission and Market Authorization process. You will come away with important and valuable information on the Drug industry in North America.
The Regulatory Aspects of Protecting Human Subjects in Clinical Research
April 13, 2010
This one day course will provide attendees with an in-depth review of the Clinical Research process, including PI responsibilities, AE reporting, Data & Safety Monitoring and Good Documentation practices for a clean audit all designed to protect the safety of human subjects.
ABIC 2010 conference
The ABIC 2010 website was launched on 22 September 2009. Registration for the conference is open, with early bird rates in effect until July 15, 2010.
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Feature Career Opportunities
Junior Associate or Intern
Koenig & Consultants Inc.
Toronto
Staff Writer
Aurora, ON
Senior Formulation Scientist
Markham
Click Here for a full list of employment opportunities available through TBI's careers page
Join the #1 Life Sciences Network in Ontario
The Biotechnology Initiative represents and promotes life sciences technologies and encourages their commercial success in Ontario through networking events, government advocacy, stakeholder engagement, mentoring and education and promotion of Ontario’s world-class science and industry.
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