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Canada: BDC launches CAD 150 million Life Sciences Venture Fund

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09 Apr 2026

In April 2026, the Business Development Bank of Canada launched a CAD 150 million Life Sciences Venture Fund to support early-stage companies in the therapeutics and medical technology sectors.

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09 Apr 2026

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Announced: 09 Apr 2026
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Recent update from 15 Apr 2026:

On 9 April 2026, the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), a federal Crown corporation, announced the launch of a CAD 150 (USD 108.45) million Life Sciences Venture Fund. The fund is designed ...

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