LSO Networking Night – Ottawa

LSO is having a Networking Night for the first time in Ottawa! Our Networking Nights have become a popular gathering place for members of our sector to connect and socialize in a fun, informal setting. Participants represent a broad cross-section of our industry, including employees of SMEs, researchers/students, consultants, lawyers, investors, members of accelerators, multinationals, and government.

For this edition, we are partnering with BioTalent Canada to host a National Disability Employment Awareness session.

Date: Wednesday, October 30th, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 7:00 PM EST
Venue: Borden Ladner Gervais – World Exchange Plaza, 100 Queen St., Suite 1300, Ottawa, ON K1P 1J9

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! By tapping into diverse talent pools, including persons with disabilities, employers can boost their bottom line and address their hiring needs, particularly in the bio-manufacturing and processing sectors.As part of this important initiative, BioTalent Canada is hosting a series of events within Ontario to highlight the benefits of hiring persons with disabilities and debunk any misconceptions about accommodations.

Engage with IDEA advocates and employment experts to discuss hiring diverse talent within the bio-economy and how it can benefit your organization. Learn to adopt IDEA practices when recruiting new hires and seize a significant opportunity to fill these gaps effectively.

Empower your organization to embrace the benefits of a more diverse and inclusive workplace.

Agenda:

4 PM – 5 PM: Fireside Chat

• Moderator: Rob Henderson, President & CEO – BioTalent Canada
• Jennifer Ridley, Disability Employment Inclusion Specialist – Ontario Disability Employment Network
• Dr. Mahadeo Sukhai
• HealthPartners

5 PM – 5:15 PM: Remarks by Jason Field, President & CEO – Life Sciences Ontario

5:15 PM – 7 PM: Networking