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About us

AmacaThera is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a novel local drug delivery platform to improve patient outcomes across multiple therapeutic areas including post-operative pain management and oncology. In partnership with the Research Institute of St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, AmacaThera aims to better understand the health economic impact metrics of non-opioid products to manage post operative pain that are most important to clinicians.

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AmacaThera

Leadership

Mike Cooke

Co-Founder and CEO

Molly Shoichet

Co-Founder and CSO

Mike Foorer

VP of Business Development

Status

Intellectual Property

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15th annual LiONS LAIR Pitch Competition

Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the LiONS LAIR pitch competition!

Since 2011, we’ve helped over 160 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, network with 350+ entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders at a milestone evening where community, growth & collaboration meet innovation.

Meet the top 10 finalists, and watch as they pitch their innovations live to a panel of investors and experts for cash prizes!

When: September 25, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: Oakville Banquet & Conference Centre |
2515 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 6P8