News
The latest Bioindustrial Innovation Canada news, success stories, and bioeconomy updates.
Building Canada’s Bioeconomy at Home: A Path to Resilience, Security, and Sovereignty in 2026
As 2026 approaches, Canada stands at a defining economic moment. With global supply chains shifting and trade relationships evolving, the opportunity to build a globally competitive bioeconomy has never been clearer. By leveraging Canada’s abundant renewable resources, world-class innovators, and strong global partnerships, the country can strengthen domestic value chains, scale bio-based technologies, and anchor low-carbon manufacturing at home. At Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC), we are accelerating commercialization and connecting industry, investors, and government to position Canada as a trusted, resilient leader in the global bioeconomy.
The Bioeconomy: The Backbone of One Canadian Economy
Discover how Canada’s bioeconomy connects farms, forests, and factories to drive innovation, create jobs, and build a resilient One Canadian Economy.
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada Launches CONNECT Program to Support Canadian Innovators
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) is pleased to announce the launch of the CONNECT Program, designed to help Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) accelerate the commercialization of innovative bioproducts.
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada Welcomes New Chair of the Board, Rose Marie Gage, and Bids Farewell to Jean Hamel
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada, a leader in supporting the commercialization of clean, green, and sustainable technologies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rose Marie Gage as the new Chair of the Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) and Sustainable Chemistry Alliance (SCA) Boards. BIC also extends its gratitude to outgoing Chair, Jean Hamel, for his dedicated service to BIC, SCA and the greater bioeconomy ecosystem.
Ecostrat and Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) launch online tool for assessing regional readiness for biobased development
Ecostrat Inc., the Bioeconomy Development Opportunity (BDO) Zone Initiative and Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) have collaborated to launch the new Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone Self Assessment Toolkit (BDOSAT). This powerful online tool empowers communities, corporations, and governments across North America to quickly pre-assess regional readiness for biomanufacturing.
BIC Welcomes Five New Industry Leaders to Board of Directors
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) is pleased to announce the addition of five new members to the Board of Directors who will bring a unique range of experience, expertise, and diversity to the organization.
BIC Welcomes Five New Industry Leaders to Board of Directors
In July, BIC made an open call for applications to the Board to fill five seats. After conducting a thorough review of over 40 qualified candidates, the five open seats have been filled by individuals from across the country who will add extensive experience to BIC’s focus on growing organizational awareness and momentum, nationwide.
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada Welcomes New Executive Director, Meaghan Seagrave
The Board of Directors of Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) and the Sustainable Chemistry Alliance (SCA) are thrilled to announce that Meaghan Seagrave has accepted the position of Executive Director.