BDC launches a $150‑million Life Sciences Venture Fund

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) launched a $150-million Life Sciences Venture Fund to support early-stage companies in therapeutics and medical technologies. While not a cybersecurity incident, the fund's reliance on digital infrastructure exposes the sector to supply chain, data integrity, and IP theft risks, particularly for startups lacking robust security measures.

BDC to support early‑stage companies in therapeutics and medical technologies MONTREAL, April 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) today announced the launch of its $150‑million Life Sciences Venture Fund, created to suppo…