Life Sciences Innovation Hub

Develop your unique research into a commercially viable, market-ready product with expert mentorship, equipment and lab space, and unparalleled startup support.

What is the Life Sciences Innovation Hub (LSIH)?

The Life Sciences Innovation Hub, in collaboration with the University of Calgary, provides students, researchers, and entrepreneurs with access to the infrastructure, equipment, and expertise they need to transform life and medical science research into impactful industry solutions.

Signs the LSI Hub could be a fit for you…

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  1. You have a unique, scientifically-researched, and fact-based IP related to health and life sciences
  2. You have an entrepreneurial mindset and want to make a positive impact on your community
  3. You need wet/dry lab space to further your research and test your products
  4. You’re seeking mentorship and expert advice from people who’ve been in your shoes

You bring the science. 
We bring the support.

Expert Advisors

Learn from leading life sciences and business experts from across North America.

Meet the team

IP Protection Services

Learn about the importance of intellectual property and develop your IP strategy.

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Innovation Programs

Get tailored support for refining your ideas, developing products, and launching or scaling your startup.

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Everything you need 
under one roof

Lab and office space

Create a home base to conduct research and business. Wet and dry lab space, private or shared, is available.

Specialized equipment

Accelerate your research with access with world-class molecular biology and rapid prototyping equipment. 

Meeting and event spaces

Organize and run meetings or events in one of several bookable spaces in our 112,000 sq ft building. 

Collaborate with like-minded entrepreneurs, innovators, and professionals

 Learn from life science leaders

Receive mentorship and expert advice from Innovate Calgary’s team of advisors, experts, and startup CEOs.

Network with the innovation community

Build a tangible, real sense of community through ongoing industry-specific events at Innovate Calgary and the U of C

LSIH membership pricing

Member (Resident)

Monthly and annual rates are available to best suit your needs.


$500/month

individual (non-transferable)

  • Access to shared lab and/or office space
  • Access to LSI Hub’s Expert Advisor program
  • Access to preferred supplier rates and more

PLUS

  • Onsite BioBar to purchase laboratory consumables at a discounted rate
  • Access to glass washing, autoclaving, and some waste disposal services
  • Access to Expert Advisor program (up to 100 hours of consultancy, values at $10,000);
  • Access to meeting rooms and event space
  • Shared Molecular Biology equipment (over 40 types)

Non-Resident

Monthly and annual rates are available to best suit your needs.


$3000/year

individual, company, or institute

  • Private/dedicated lab and/or office space
  • Key-card protection and lockable storage
  • Private labs meet requirements for research on controlled substances

PLUS

  • Onsite BioBar to purchase laboratory consumables at a discounted rate
  • Access to glass washing, autoclaving, and some waste disposal services
  • Access to Expert Advisor program (up to 100 hours of consultancy, values at $10,000);
  • Access to meeting rooms and event space
  • Shared Molecular Biology equipment (over 40 types)

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The latest news from the LSIH

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Introducing the Newest Innovators in Life Sciences: Meet the Life Sciences Fellowship Cohort

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A Day of Innovation: The CEOx1Day Experience at Innovate Calgary

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Celebrating the Outgoing Life Sciences Fellows

Innovating together

Together, we are developing solutions and technology that impact our communities and transform our world.


Partners and suppliers

The LSI Hub is partially funded by:

Tenants and members

Work, collaboration, and discovery starts here

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Learn more about the Life Sciences Innovation Hub and how we can support your journey to commercialization.

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