Life Sciences BC (LSBC) proudly reveals the recipients of the 26th Annual Life Sciences BC Awards, sponsored by Farris. These prestigious awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of individuals, companies, and organizations within British Columbia’s life sciences sector, recognizing their contributions to health innovations and the enrichment of the region’s dynamic ecosystem. Each year, a distinguished adjudication committee of sector leaders selects the award recipients.
This year’s awards mark the return of the Deal of the Year category, honoring a significant transaction that has had a transformative business impact. The record-breaking number of nominations received highlights the extraordinary talent and accomplishments within the sector.
The award winners will be celebrated in person at the 26th Annual Life Sciences BC Awards Gala on September 10, 2024, at the Vancouver Convention Centre West.
2024 Life Sciences BC Award Winners:
Company & Organizational Awards:
- Company of the Year: Aspect Biosystems
- Emerging Company of the Year: Augurex
- Strategic Partner of the Year: The University of British Columbia – School of Biomedical Engineering
Individual Awards:
- Dr. Don Rix Lifetime Achievement Award: Dr. Richard Glickman
- Milton Wong Community Leadership Award: Joseph Garcia
- Scientific Entrepreneurship Award: Dr. Robert Young
- Genome BC Award for Scientific Excellence: Dr. Raymond Ng
Companies to Watch – Recognition Honour Roll:
- HEALWELL AI
- Kapoose Creek Bio
- Mesentech
- Reverb Therapeutics
- SeraGene Therapeutics
- VoxCell BioInnovation
This recognition is not an award but highlights outstanding companies to keep an eye on.
“British Columbia is driving forward life sciences innovation, as record growth in recent years reflects the high caliber of regional talent working to advance the sector. This year, there is much to celebrate as momentum continues with top-tier scientific advancements, pivotal partnerships, and continued investments reinforcing our position as a global life sciences powerhouse. We are excited to recognize and honour those in the ecosystem who have dedicated their time, efforts, and talents to building the sector into what it is today. I’m extremely excited about this year’s awards recipients, as I am about the future of life sciences in British Columbia,” said Wendy Hurlburt, Life Sciences BC President & CEO.