February 2026
BioTalent Canada launches training to help employers prevent and respond to workplace sexual harassment
BioTalent Canada is launching online training courses to empower managers and hiring leaders to confidently prevent and address workplace sexual harassment in Canada’s bio-economy. These courses will stand out for their sector-specific, actionable guidance and practical tools, designed to address real-world bio-economy challenges.
Through this initiative, BioTalent Canada is helping employers protect their teams, strengthen productivity and reduce legal and reputational risks. The training is part of the Building a safer bio-economy: Addressing sexual harassment in the workplace initiative, funded by the Department of Justice Canada.
Recruitment and retention challenges? Explore solutions built for the bio-economy
Finding skilled talent. Standing out as an employer. Planning onboarding. Retaining staff. Competing in a tight labour market.
These are the real issues employers in Canada’s bio-economy are navigating every day.
BioTalent Canada’s Recruitment and Retention Solutions bring those challenges together in one place, mapping common workforce questions to the practical, evidence-based tools and programs we offer.
Whether you are focused on hiring, training, onboarding or retention, our solutions are designed to support you at different points along your recruitment and retention journey.
Explore where BioTalent Canada fits in your recruitment and retention journey.
Explore BioTalent Canada’s recruitment and retention solutions
I.D.E.A.L. Scholarship™ applications open March 3
The I.D.E.A.L. Scholarship™ recognizes students entering their first year of bioscience programs who are already making a difference by advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in their schools and communities. This year, BioTalent Canada will award three $10,000 scholarships to help reduce financial barriers and support the next generation of bioscience talent.
Applications open March 3rd.
Share this opportunity with a student whose impact deserves to be recognized.
Is your work helping the environment while driving innovation in Canada’s bio-economy?
You might qualify for up to $25,000 in funding to support youth working in bioscience and environmental positions that minimize a harmful effect to the environment.
Eligible activities include, but are not limited to:
Research & Development: Science-related activities and innovation.
Green Processes: Using equipment that reduces energy or waste.
Eco-Testing: Practices that lead to environmentally friendly outcomes.
BioTalent Canada’s Science Horizons Youth Internship Program helps bio-economy and environmental organizations offset the cost of hiring recent graduates for roles involving a green focus. An additional $5,000 is available to support training, skills development and essential services, giving both the employer and the new hire the tools they need to succeed.
Already moved forward with a hire? We may still be able to explore support options.
Contact [email protected] to learn how the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program can support.
BioTalent Canada is accepting applications for the winter 2026 term Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)
The Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) helps bioscience employers—especially SMEs—bring in student talent with less cost and less risk. Whether you need short-term support or are committed to building a sustainable workforce, SWPP connects you with motivated students ready to contribute from day one.
Complete all required documents and submit your final application online. Apply today— spaces fill quickly!
To initiate a new winter SWPP application:
- Login to your biotalent.ca user account or create one
- Scroll down to your dashboard and click on “My Applications” under Employer Support Applications; and
- Click on the “Start Program Application” button to get started
The Future Talent Forum
Our President and CEO, Rob Henderson, joined global leaders at the Future Talent Forum in Mexico City, contributing to a panel on human-centric talent: strategic investment choices that shape what’s next.
In a time of rapid AI advancement and shifting labour market pressures, conversations like these are critical to shaping resilient organizations, inclusive workplaces and a stronger future of work.
More from our partners…
SCN Celebrates 25 Years of Transforming Lives Through Regenerative Medicine
In 2026 the Stem Cell Network is celebrating an extraordinary milestone – 25 years of transforming lives through regenerative medicine! To mark this milestone, SCN is launching a year-long 25th anniversary celebration that reflects on the network’s impact to date and celebrates the remarkable people at the heart of SCN. These celebrations include:
- An “SCN at 25” Impact Report, showcasing Canada’s leadership in regenerative medicine and the impact of SCN-funded research.
- The launch of SCN’s “25 for 25” Silver Anniversary Awards, recognizing the champions of Canada’s regenerative medicine community and individuals whose contributions have shaped the Stem Cell Network over the past 25 years.
- A newly launched website, spotlighting the groundbreaking regenerative medicine research taking place across Canada and the people driving it forward.
- The launch of a commemorative 25th anniversary logo.
- A 25th anniversary “birthday party” at the Till & McCulloch Meetings, taking place in Vancouver, November 9–11, 2026.
Gowling WLG Life Sciences, Society & the Law Scholarship
Calling all Canadian law students with a passion for the life sciences sector!
Applications are now open for the 2026 Life Sciences, Society & the Law Scholarship, offering $5,000 in financial support.
Read the details and start your application journey today.
Providence Therapeutics Announces World-First Personalized Pediatric mRNA Cancer Vaccine Trial
Providence Therapeutics, a Canadian clinical-stage mRNA biotechnology company, is supporting a world-first clinical trial evaluating personalized mRNA cancer vaccines for children with advanced and treatment-resistant brain tumors.
The PaedNEO-VAX trial, funded by Providence Therapeutics, in combination with the Australian Government and a host of philanthropic donors, is the first multi-site pediatric study to test individualized mRNA vaccines designed specifically for each child’s cancer.
The trial is co-led by The University of Queensland and the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) and will begin in the coming months across eight pediatric hospitals in Queensland, South Australia, New South Wales, Victoria, and Western Australia. It is sponsored by the Australia & New Zealand Children’s Haematology and Oncology Group (ANZCHOG).
Providence Therapeutics is contributing its proprietary mRNA vaccine platform and manufacturing expertise to support the creation of personalized vaccines tailored to each patient’s tumor biology.
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adMare BioInnovations | Ag-West Bio | BioAlberta | BIOQuébec | Business Wire | CASTL | Gowling WLG | HealthPartners | Immigrant Employment Council of BC | Life Sciences BC | Life Sciences Nova Scotia | Life Sciences Ontario | McGovern Management Group Inc. | PEI BioAlliance | Stem Cell Network
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Bioenterprise | Bioindustrial Innovation Canada | Blue Branch | Borden Ladner Gervais (BLG) | Co-operative Education and Work- Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL) | Corporate Traveller | CTMS Travel Group | Enterprise Machine Intelligence & Learning Initiative (EMILI) | Invest Mississauga | IPS-Integrated Project Services, ULC | McMaster University- DeGroote School of Business | Montréal Invivo | Northeastern University – Toronto Campus | OBIO | Research Canada | ResearchNB | Riipen – FuturePath | Shift Health | Toronto Metropolitan University | University of Alberta – Faculty of Engineering | University of Calgary – Schulich School of Engineering | University of British Columbia Science Co-op Programs | University of Manitoba | University of Toronto – Tri-Campus Co-op | University of Toronto – Master of Management of Innovation Program | University of Victoria | York University | ZerotoOne Strategic
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Able Innovations | BioBenefits | Brevitas | BIOTECanada | Canurta | City of Toronto | Glyconet | Medtech Canada | Kingston Economic Development
Showcase Employers
Aspect Biosystems | Charles River Laboratories | Eurofins | Global Institute for Food Security | Ottawa Hospital Research Institute | Providence Therapeutics | Resilience Biotechnologies | Sanofi | Septodont | Zymeworks
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