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BriaCell Announces Intention to Spin-Out Certain Pre-Clinical Assets into a Newly Created "SpinCo" Entity whereby Shareholders to Receive One New Share of "SpinCo" in Addition to Each Current Share of BriaCell Already He

Key Takeaway: BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. has announced its intention to spin out certain pre-clinical assets into a new entity called 'SpinCo'. Shareholders of BriaCell will receive one SpinCo share for each share they hold, in addition to their BriaCell shares. This strategy aims to accelerate the development of SpinCo's assets, including potential cancer therapies, while allowing both companies to focus on their respective goals. Shareholder and court approval for this transaction is needed for it to proceed.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Shareholders will receive shares in both BriaCell and SpinCo, potentially increasing overall value.
  • The spin-out is expected to allow for focused development of the SpinCo Assets, improving their prospects.
  • The new company structure may unlock independent value from the SpinCo Assets, enhancing shareholder prospects.

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Announces Intention to Spin-Out Certain Pre-Clinical Assets into a Newly Created "SpinCo" Entity whereby Shareholders to
Receive One New Share of "SpinCo" in Addition to Each Current Share of BriaCell Already Held
SpinCo Assets (SpinCo) includes Bria-TILsRx , and protein kinase C delta (PKC ) inhibitors for multiple indications including cancer.
SpinCo's goal is to potentially accelerate the development of its assets, and to create value.
PA and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 31, 2023- BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. (Nasdaq: BCTX, BCTXW) (TSX: BCT) ("BriaCell"
or the "Company"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in targeted immunotherapies for cancer, announces
today that its Board of Directors has unanimously approved a potential reorganization (the "Transaction") that would result
in the spin-out of certain pre-clinical pipeline assets of the Company, specifically Bria-TILsRx , and PKC inhibitors for
multiple indications including cancer (collectively, the "SpinCo Assets") to an unlisted corporation to own the SpinCo Assets
("SpinCo"). On closing of the Transaction, it is anticipated that the SpinCo Assets will be majority-owned, controlled, and
governed by BriaCell and owned by BriaCell shareholders of record who will receive SpinCo Shares as defined herein.
William V. Williams, BriaCell's President and CEO stated, "Housing the SpinCo Assets in a new corporate structure would be
beneficial to both BriaCell shareholders and SpinCo shareholders as we believe there is significant independent value to be had from
these assets. Developing them under a separate entity allows us to unlock the development potential of the SpinCo Assets as novel treatments
for multiple diseases under a separate balance sheet, allowing for maximizing both entities to maintain their focus, while providing
our shareholders the opportunity to own shares in both companies."
closing of the Transaction, it is expected that each share of BriaCell will be exchanged for one new share of the post-Transaction Company
and one common share of SpinCo (a "SpinCo Share"). SpinCo Shares issued to BriaCell shareholders will comprise 33.33% ownership
of SpinCo Shares upon closing of the Transaction. BriaCell shareholders who receive SpinCo Shares will ultimately own shares in both
companies: BriaCell, which will continue with its mission to develop targeted immunotherapies for cancer, and SpinCo, which will focus
on the development of the SpinCo Assets. SpinCo may seek funding subsequent to the closing of the Transaction and will intend to use
the majority of the proceeds to advance the development of the SpinCo Assets.
is anticipated that the SpinCo Shares will be issued to BriaCell shareholders by way of a plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations
Act (British Columbia) (the "Act"). BriaCell will retain SpinCo Shares representing 66.67% ownership of SpinCo. It is
intended that SpinCo will be managed by Dr. William V. Williams, as President and CEO, and Mr. Gadi Levin, as CFO. SpinCo's board
of directors will consist of, BriaCell's current board of directors' members including Dr. William V. Williams, Mr. Martin
E. Schmieg, and Dr. Jane A. Gross.
the Transaction, BriaCell will remain listed on both the NASDAQ Stock Market and Toronto Stock Exchange, and SpinCo will become an unlisted
reporting issuer in Canada.
Transaction will be implemented by way of a court approved plan of arrangement under the Act. The Transaction will require the approval
of: (i) 66.67% of the votes cast by the holders of BriaCell's shares; and, if required, (ii) a simple majority of the votes cast
by holders of BriaCell's shares after excluding votes from certain shareholders as required under Multinational Instrument 61-101
- Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions, at a special meeting of BriaCell's shareholders
to be held to consider the Transaction (the "Meeting"). In addition to shareholder approval, the Transaction is also subject
to the receipt of court approval and other customary closing conditions for transactions of this nature.
details of the Transaction will be included in an information circular to be mailed to shareholders of BriaCell in connection with the
Meeting. Bennett Jones LLP is acting as Canadian legal advisor to the Company. Sichenzia Ross Ference LLP is acting as US legal advisor
Rationale for the Transaction
believes that the Transaction will increase shareholder value by allowing capital markets to ascribe value to the SpinCo Assets independently
of BriaCell's core immunotherapy assets. SpinCo will provide an opportunity for SpinCo Assets to be funded and developed on their
Inhibitor: Therapeutics for multiple disease indications including cancer
also called novel PKC, has been associated with a number of diseases including cancer.
inhibitors of PKC , have been shown to be effective treatments for several animal models of cancer and other diseases. SpinCo's
novel and highly selective PKC inhibitors may be developed as candidates for multiple disease indications including several tumor
Multi-Specific Binding Reagents - Immunotherapies for Cancer
as potential immunotherapies for cancer, SpinCo's two novel Bria-TILsRx s are multi-specific binding reagents designed to
act as potent immune cell activators and/or immune checkpoint inhibitors. They are expected to selectively target and destroy cancer
cells without harming normal (non-cancerous) cells. This may mean less severe side effects for the treated cancer patients compared with
those of alternative therapies.
BriaCell Therapeutics Corp.
is an immuno-oncology-focused biotechnology company developing targeted and effective approaches for the management of cancer. More information
is available at https://briacell.com/.
forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and could differ materially as a result of known and
unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting the Company and SpinCo, including, but not limited to, statements with respect to future
events or future performance, the completion and structure of the Transaction, anticipated shareholder, court and regulatory approvals
and the realization of the anticipated benefits by any entity from the Transaction. All
statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking
statements contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate," "believe,"
"contemplate," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "seek,"
"may," "might," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "target,"
"aim," "should," "will," "would," or the negative of these words or other similar expressions,
although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current
expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Further, certain forward-looking
statements are based on assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. These and other risks and uncertainties are
described more fully under the heading "Risks and Uncertainties" in the Company's most recent Management's Discussion
and Analysis, under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's most recent Annual Information Form, and under "Risks
and Uncertainties" in the Company's other filings with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the U.S. Securities
and Exchange Commission, all of which are available under the Company's profiles on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on
EDGAR at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and BriaCell
Therapeutics Corp. undertakes no duty to update such information except as required under applicable law.
of the securities to be issued pursuant to the Transaction have been or will be registered under the United States Securities Act of
1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act"), or any state securities laws, and any securities issuable in the Transaction
are anticipated to be issued in reliance upon available exemptions from such registration requirements pursuant to Section 3(a)(10) of
the U.S. Securities Act and applicable exemptions under state securities laws.
press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities.
the Toronto Stock Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the Toronto Stock Exchange)
accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the SpinCo entity?

SpinCo aims to enhance the development of its pre-clinical assets and create value.

What assets are included in the SpinCo?

SpinCo will feature Bria-TILsRx and PKC inhibitors intended for various cancers.

How will shareholders be affected by the spin-out?

BriaCell shareholders will receive one SpinCo share for each current share held.

Who will manage the new SpinCo entity?

Dr. William V. Williams will serve as President and CEO of SpinCo.

What approvals are required for the transaction?

The transaction needs approval from 66.67% of BriaCell shareholders and court consent.

Last updated: Mar 31, 2023