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…
- You have a unique, scientifically-researched, and fact-based IP related to health and life sciences
- You have an entrepreneurial mindset and want to make a positive impact on your community
- You need wet/dry lab space to further your research and test your products
- You’re seeking mentorship and expert advice from people who’ve been in your shoes
You bring the science. 
We bring the support.
A home base for research and business with available wet and dry lab space, either private or shared.
Accelerate your research with world-class molecular biology and rapid prototyping equipment.
Learn from leading life sciences and business experts from across North America.
Everything you need under one roof
Meeting and event spaces
Organize and run meetings or events in one of several bookable spaces in our 112,000 sq ft building.
IP Protection Services
Learn about the importance of intellectual property and develop your IP strategy.
Innovation Programs
Get tailored support for refining your ideas, developing products, and launching or scaling your startup.
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 UCalgary
LSIH membership pricing
Tier 1
Monthly and annual rates are available to best suit your needs.
$600/Month or $7200/Year
individual (non-transferable)
- Access to shared lab, equipment 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
- Shared Molecular Biology and Prototyping equipment (over 100 types)
- Access to glass washing, autoclaving, and specialty waste disposal services
- Access to Expert Advisor program (up to 30 hours of consultancy, valued at $10,000);
- Access to meeting rooms and event space
Tier 2
Monthly and annual rates are available to best suit your needs.
$300/Month or $3600/Year
individual, company, or institute
- Access to co-working office space
- Access to LSI Hub’s Expert Advisor program
- Access to discounts through Venture Backbone
PLUS
- Access to Expert Advisor program (up to 30 hours of consultancy, valued at $10,000);
- Access to meeting rooms and event space
- Preferred supplier rates for IP protection and incorporation costs
- Professional development, training, workshops, seminars, and events
- Networking with the life sciences innovation community
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
Learn more about the Life Sciences Innovation Hub and how we can support your journey to commercialization.
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