Category: News

This summer, 21 undergraduate students from across Canada participated in a BioCanRx-funded research internship focused on cancer immunotherapy. We are proud of the progress they made and the knowledge they gained during their internships, and we wish them all the best in their future endeavors!   Their reflections provide valuable insights into what it’s like… Read more »

By Heather Blumenthal   That, broadly speaking, was the message that emerged from a consultation survey conducted by BioCanRx earlier this year as part of an effort to set research priorities through 2029.   The survey provided affirmation that BioCanRx’s decision back in 2015, when it was first established – to focus on translational research,… Read more »

June is National Indigenous History Month. Not only is it a time to honour the history, diversity, and strength of Indigenous peoples across Canada but also an important time to consider how we can continue to support and empower Indigenous led research across Canada.   At BioCanRx. we are committed to promoting and strengthening Indigenous… Read more »

Elijah MacDonald   Elijah MacDonald is a proud member of Michipicoten First Nations in Wawa Ontario who has just completed their third year of Honors Social Work at McMaster University with a minor in Indigenous Studies. This summer, Elijah will be working with Dr. Jill Tinmouth along with other researchers to improve Indigenous cultural safety… Read more »

Alexandria McRorie   Hello! My name is Alexandria McRorie, and I’m a recent graduate from the University of Calgary, where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, with a minor in International Indigenous Studies. This fall, I will be advancing my education at the University of Ottawa, pursuing a Master of Science in Epidemiology…. Read more »

As published in The Hill Times on June 5, 2024 https://www.hilltimes.com/story/2024/06/05/immunotherapy-a-beacon-of-hope-in-canadas-fight-against-cancer/424163/   By Dr. Stéphanie Michaud, President and CEO, BioCanRx   In Canada, the impact of cancer is profound and far-reaching. The Canadian Cancer Society reports that one in two Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime, and one in four will die… Read more »

Ottawa, ON, May 27, 2024 – Yesterday, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced over $800 million in funding for science and research organizations through the Strategic Science Fund (SSF), including $38 million for BioCanRx. A subsequent announcement by the Honourable Jenna… Read more »

By Heather Blumenthal   Two years ago, Jennifer Quizi called the Biotherapeutic Manufacturing Centre (BMC) one of Ottawa’s best-kept secrets, with the equipment and expertise to support a critical gap in the journey from the lab to the clinic.   It’s not such a secret anymore, after the federal government provided a $59 million boost… Read more »

At BioCanRx, we are incredibly proud of our HQP and their dedication to cancer immunotherapy research. Whether they are working on viruses in the lab or examining the socioeconomic barriers to adopting certain treatments in Canada, each one plays a unique role in strengthening our network and expertise in immunotherapy.   BioCanRx is invested in… Read more »

  Introducing the winners of BioCanRx’s 2024 Summer Studentships!   BioCanRx is excited to introduce the 21 undergraduate students chosen from across Canada through a competitive application process to be part of our Summer Student Internship Program! The program’s goal is to inspire the next generation of highly qualified personnel to pursue research or policy-related… Read more »