Applications Open
Updated September 29, 2025
Disclaimer: Please verify the details and deadlines below with the respective organizations.
If there are additional life sciences application opportunities that should be included on this page, please let us know at communications@lifesciencesbc.ca.
Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s 2025-26 Partnering for Impact Catalyst Grant
Apply to Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s 2025-26 Partnering for Impact Catalyst Grant, supporting the creation and strengthening of research partnerships that build trust, mutual understanding, and co-produced research. Each grant offers up to $125,000 for one year, with a request for additional funding. The deadline is October 23, 2025.
Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute
The Innovation and Translational Research Awards from VCHRI fund innovative projects that improve patient care or generate cost savings at Vancouver Coastal Health and Providence Health Care. Awards are open to clinicians and researchers, including special awards for collaborative projects and early career researchers. Applications must be submitted by January 26, 2026, with registration due by November 3, 2025.
Michael Smith Health Research BC-Mitacs Industry-based Funding Opportunity
The Michael Smith Health Research BC-Mitacs industry-based funding opportunity supports graduate students and postdoctoral fellows across British Columbia to gain experience working within BC’s life sciences sector. Submit your Letter of Intent (LOI) from June – December 31, 2025.
STEPS Team Grants
STEPS Team Grants are open, a funding opportunity for BC researchers and public health leaders to advance system-level improvements in health and equity. Supported by CIHR-IPPH and Health Research BC, the program funds collaborative research to strengthen public health systems and emergency preparedness.
Genome Canada’s Genomic Applications Partnership Program
Apply to Genome Canada’s Genomic Applications Partnership Program to receive funding in research and development projects that support public-private innovation. These projects leverage public funding to drive industry investment in genomics and biotechnology research in Canada.
Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s Operating Grant: ECRs in Human Development, Child and Youth Health
Applications open for Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s Operating Grant: ECRs in Human Development, Child and Youth Health. This funding opportunity supports early-stage researchers advancing knowledge and impact across biomedical, clinical, health services, and social, cultural, environmental, and population health pillars. The deadline is December 16, 2025.
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Stem Cell Network’s International Travel Awards
Apply now for Stem Cell Network’s International Travel Awards! The Stem Cell Network International Travel Awards Program gives trainees / Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) the opportunity to communicate their work internationally and contribute to the visibility of Canadian research abroad.
IMPaCT Training Awards
Applications are open for the IMPaCT training awards, which facilitate participation in a 1-year immersive learning experience. This program is designed to give researchers the skills and network to design, conduct, and communicate about clinical trials with pregnant people and children.
Research Networks of Excellence in Womens Heart and or Brain Health
The CIHR invites applicants for its funding competition in partnership with Heart & Stroke, the Research Networks of Excellence in Women’s Heart and/or Brain Health.
Eueka Network
Eureka Network, the world’s biggest public network for international cooperation in R&D and innovation, present in over 45 countries, has an ongoing list of funding opportunity calls for project in Canada.
No current opportunities.
Please let us know at communications@lifesciencesbc.ca if you are aware of any open opportunities you think should be featured!
No current opportunities.
Please let us know at communications@lifesciencesbc.ca if you are aware of any open opportunities you think should be featured!
Inclusive Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) program
Announcing Canada’s first Inclusive Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) program. The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) and Canadian Trade Office in Taipei (CTOT) are pleased to recruit export-ready companies led by persons of diverse backgrounds to participate in the upcoming Taipei inclusive trade for multi-sector technologies.
CASTL’s BioWorks Training Program
Applications are now open for CASTL’s BioWorks Training Program, a curated training solution designed to upskill your team based on your organization’s goals. Equip your workforce with in-demand skills in GMP biomanufacturing processes and professional skills training.
CATTI and OBIO’s Biomanufacturing for Advanced Therapies Training Program
Applications open for CATTI and OBIO’s Biomanufacturing for Advanced Therapies Training Program. This program emphasizes essential skills for developing and manufacturing Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products. The program is held from March 10 to March 14, 2026.
Learn more or for company inquiries, email upskilling@catti.ca.
Developing Medicines through Open Science (DMOS) Program
Applications are now open for the Developing Medicines through Open Science (DMOS) program, which provides support and partnership opportunities for preclinical drug development in underserved disease areas.
AccelerateIP’s IP Certification Program
Join AccelerateIP’s IP Certification Program cohort for self-identified women and non-binary founders, launching in January 2025. This online program offers essential IP knowledge to strengthen business and IP strategy, personalized feedback from IP experts, opportunities to connect and collaborate with peers, and instructions from IP experts.
BioFuture 2025
BioFuture 2025 on October 13-15 in New York City is a forward-looking, global business development and investor conference focused on the “mashup” that is underway between biopharma, biotech, and techbio which will dramatically change healthcare in the next 5, 10 and 15 years. LSBC Members are eligible for presenting company discounts and attendee registration discounts.
Contact Joanne Lin, LSBC Manger of Membership & Sponsorships at jlin@lifesciencesbc.ca.
Effervescence MTL Organizing Committee
Are you passionate about life sciences and want to play a key role in organizing a flagship industry event? Join the Effervescence MTL organizing committee! As a member, you’ll have the chance to meet industry experts and demonstrate your expertise in front of a large audience of influential leaders.
One Six 8 Ventures
The One Six 8 Ventures Global MedTech Showcase invites early-stage medtech companies to pitch to investors and industry leaders on November 20, 2025. Open internationally and free to apply, the showcase highlights innovations in medical devices and digital health. Application deadline: October 17, 2025.
Johnson and Johnson in Vancouver
On October 27, 2025, Johnson & Johnson Innovation will join the Invest in BC Conference in Vancouver to meet startups and life science innovators, exploring opportunities for collaboration, partnerships, and investment.
2026 OBIO Investment Summit
The OBIO Investment Summit 2026, taking place in Toronto from February 3 to 5, invites Canadian health science startups to pitch their innovations to global investors. Applications are open for therapeutics, medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health companies.
BioTalent Canada
is accepting applications for the fourth annual I.D.E.A.L. Bioscience Employer Program, recognizing Canadian bioscience organizations that lead in promoting inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
GlycoNet’s Call for Proposals
Apply to GlycoNet’s Call for Proposals for their funding programs, Translational Grants, Strategic Initiatives, and Kickstart Program. Receive funding of up to $150,000 for projects involving translational research and development, clinical engagement, technology development, and knowledge mobilization.
PHSA Supply Chain Innovation Intake program
The PHSA Supply Chain Innovation Intake program helps bring new healthcare innovations into BC’s health system. The program helps identify and adopt new products, technologies, or services that can improve healthcare. Suppliers with solutions can submit them via the intake form for review.
BioTalent Canada’s Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
BioTalent Canada’s Science Horizons Youth Internship Program is accepting applications for its wage subsidy program that helps graduates acquire work experience in an environment-related STEM field. It covers the cost of a participant’s salary by 80% up to a maximum of $25,000.
UBC’s Venture Founder Program
Innovation UBC is accepting applications for its Spring 2026 Venture Founder program, a 16-week initiative helping UBC students, staff, and faculty turn innovative ideas into startups through mentorship, workshops, and hands-on guidance. Applications close October 27, 2025.
No current opportunities.
Please let us know at communications@lifesciencesbc.ca if you are aware of any open opportunities you think should be featured!
BioTalent Canada’s Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
Applications open for BioTalent Canada’s Science Horizons Youth Internship Program, an employer support program that supports post-secondary internships in an environment-related STEM field. Eligible employers can receive up to 80% wage coverage, to a maximum of $25,000 per intern.
BioTalent Canada’s Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)
Apply to BioTalent Canada’s Student Work Placement Program (SWPP), a paid internship/Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) initiative to provide students with on-the-job training to increase their job-readiness after graduation. Applications are accepted from August 5, 2025, to December 6, 2025, for Fall 2025 placements.
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BC Tech Intern Program
BC Tech is accepting applications for its internship program, which provides skilled individuals with internship experiences at tech companies and in tech roles at non-tech companies across BC.
University of Calgary’s Schulich School of Engineering Internship
University of Calgary’s Schulich School of Engineering is offering four-, eight-, 12- or 16-month internships for Schulich’s biomedical engineering students who are equipped with specialized skills and industry knowledge. Apply now for free job postings, recruitment assistance, performance evaluation follow-ups, and more.
Learn more or email ecc@ucalgary.ca.
BioTalent Canada’s Career Starter program
Applications open for BioTalent Canada’s Career Starter program to benefit employers while helping youth transition into the job market. Employers participating can receive 60% of a youth’s salary, up to $20,000 in employer support.
Learn more or contact askme@biotalent.ca.
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SCWIST Volunteer Programs
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology has open opportunities to volunteer for their youth programs. Inspire the next generation of
STEM enthusiasts through mentorship, workshops, virtual panels, and more.
OBIO’s Cybersecurity & Digital Health Training for Health Science Professionals
Applications open for OBIO’s Cybersecurity & Digital Health Training for Health Science Professionals. Receive training and upskilling on the critical intersection of software development and cybersecurity in health products and medical devices. Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis.
BIO’s Academic Campus
Applications are open for BIO’s Academic Campus, a program for higher education institutions and research centers offering the Premier Access registration package, which includes discounted rates. Leverage the BIO Partnering™ system to request and schedule meetings with potential partners and gain visibility.
CASTL’s 2025 Course Catalogue
Apply to CASTL’s 2025 Course Catalogue, which offers a range of biomanufacturing training options. The course offers in-person or online lectures and hands-on workshops in various locations to tailor you and your team’s needs.
CASTL’s Elevate Program
Join CASTL’s Elevate Program, a 6-week national training initiative aimed at advancing Canada’s biomanufacturing sector through comprehensive training. Apply to be part of the next cohort.
Biogen’s PhD fellowship in Worldwide Medical (WWM)
Apply to Biogen’s PhD fellowship in Worldwide Medical (WWM), a two-year program that provides doctoral graduates with hands-on learning in Medical Affairs and the pharmaceutical industry within biotech.
Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership: Medical & Bio-Innovations
The Unmet Needs in Healthcare – Strategy and Solutions course (January 7, 2025 – March 8, 2025), part of UBC’s Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership, empowers professionals to identify and address critical gaps in patient care. For a limited time, the SBME is offering 50% tuition bursaries for eligible learners.
Email danielle.walker@ubc.ca for more information.
The University of British Columbia’s School of Biomedical Engineering is proud to announce the launch of a new educational offering, the Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership: Medical & Bio-Innovations. This program is designed to empower professionals in the life sciences and biotech sectors with the strategic skills needed to lead innovation and bring groundbreaking healthcare solutions to market.
StrongerBC Future Skills Grant
Registration is open for the next intake of the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant. The grant covers up to $3500 in eligible short-term skills training at a post-secondary institution. This offers an important opportunity to boost your professional skills and secure higher-paying roles.
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BioSkills Recognition Program
Through BioTalent Canada‘s BioSkills Recognition Program, you can showcase your abilities to employers in Canada’s growing biotech sector by being recognized as BioReadyTM Being BioReady lets employers know you have the skills to work in certain biotech jobs in Canada’s bio-economy.
CASTL Elevate
Applications are now being accepted for the Canadian Alliance for Skills and Training in Life Sciences’ new national program, CASTL Elevate. The six-week program is being funded by Upskill Canada and the Government of Canada, and will give participants the opportunity to engage in self-directed learning opportunities that include BioTalent Canada’s Essential and Technical Skills Fundamentals, self-directed courses from the CASTL Online Academy, and more.
No current opportunities.
Please let us know at communications@lifesciencesbc.ca if you are aware of any open opportunities you think should be featured!
2026 Canada Gairdner International Award
Nominations for the 2026 Canada Gairdner International Award are now open. Recognize researchers whose scientific contributions have increased the understanding of human biology and disease. The deadline is October 1, 2025.
2024-2025 I.D.E.A.L. Bioscience Employer™ Recognition Program
BioTalent Canada is now accepting applications for its 2024-2025 I.D.E.A.L. Bioscience Employer™ Recognition Program. This program celebrates Canadian organizations in the bio-economy who display significant inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility leadership.
Stem Cell Network’s Incubation Investment Award Program
Applications now open for the Stem Cell Network’s Incubation Investment Award Program. Designed to accelerate Canada’s top pre-seed and seed-stage regenerative medicine companies, SCN will invest $250K–$1M per company over 2–3 years. Application submissions open on September 8, 2025.
IMPaCT Training Awards
Applications open for IMPaCT Training Awards, a program to give doctoral students, postdoctoral fellows and early career researchers the skills and network to design, conduct, and communicate about clinical trials with children and pregnant people. Receive up to $70,000 in funding for your research. The deadline is October 17, 2025.
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NSERC Prizes
Canada’s Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council encourages nominations for its NSERC Prizes, recognizing exceptional science and engineering research community members.