A History of Disruption, Dedication and
Innovation.

2019

Forms a Strategic Relationship with Canopy Growth.

Canopy’s global objectives and understanding of technical challenges along with POS’ scientific expertise and facilities has resulted in a highly productive relationship in the cannabis industry.

POS continues to work with select clients on a case-by-case basis for manufacturing and R&D while remaining focused on Canopy’s first to market objectives for premium quality products.

2019

Rebrand of POS Bio-Sciences to KeyLeaf Life Sciences (KeyLeaf for short).

KeyLeaf, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Canopy Growth Corporation, is the world’s leading authority in hemp extraction and innovation.

2018

Divests of Innovation Place Bio-Processing Centre.

The Innovation Place Bio-Processing Centre was sold to another company once the facility was no longer a strategic fit for KeyLeaf’s interests.

2016

Acquires the Batavia Bio Processing Plant in Batavia, Illinois.

The worldwide reputation of POS has resulted in several opportunities to acquire third party business interests, notably the Batavia Bio Processing Plant in Batavia. Given our long-standing relationship with the original Batavia group and the complementary capabilities of the facility, it was a natural choice for acquisition.

2014

Acquires Innovation Place Bio-Processing Centre.

POS was approached to take over the Bio-Processing Centre from the Saskatchewan Opportunities Corporation, highlighting new opportunities to utilize the facility for new projects.

2013

Introduces New Investment Mechanisms, Transferring Partial Ownership of POS Directly to its Dedicated Employees.

A Labor Sponsored Venture Capital Corporation (LSVCC) was created, granting the opportunity for employees to have partial ownership of POS. POS developed a new marketing and business development strategy to ensure the diversification of clientele and a successful economic model.

2012

POS Restructures and Fully Privatizes as an R&D, Custom Processing, and Analytical Services Provider.

New corporate structures were formed and capital raised to expand the operations of POS. The search for a new CEO began in 2010 and ended in 2011, sparking the path to privatization and a brand-new POS that was ready to serve clients once more.

1977

Begins Operation as a Publicly-Supported Research Facility to Study Grain and Oilseed Processing, Canola Oil Research and Ingredient Development.

POS Bio-Sciences began operations as the go-to solution for companies interested in R&D work, commercialization of proteins, oils, and starches, and technological prowess.

1973

Incorporates as POS Pilot Plant Corporation.

The concept for what would become POS Pilot Plant was established through leadership within Canada’s Federal Government to address the agricultural industry’s need for development capacity for crop processing. The concept centered on forming a multi-purpose institute to study grain and oilseed.

processing and ingredient development. An interim board of directors including government and industry representatives secured initial funding, settled on a facility location and layout, and incorporated the company with not for profit status.

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970 Douglas Rd
Batavia, IL 60510

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