Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 29, 2026) - Burcon NutraScience Corporation (TSX: BU) (OTCQB: BRCNF) (the "Burcon" or the "Company"), a global technology leader in plant-based protein innovation, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Chris Bunio to the board of directors (the "Board") of Burcon.