Atlantic Canada: Life Sciences and Health Innovation

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ATLANTIC CANADA'S LIFE SCIENCES AND HEALTH INNOVATION SECTOR

Atlantic Canada is a vital hub for the health supply chain, nurturing key partnerships and connecting with the region’s growing green and blue economies.

Our region supports successful, world class clinical studies – thanks to a unique and diverse population and strong partnerships with major health organizations across Atlantic Canada, like the Atlantic Clinical Trials Network (ACTN), which drives patient access to clinical studies and advanced care by leveraging regional collaboration.

Nova Scotia is home to the Health Innovation Hub, a first-of-its-kind center of excellence for health research and innovation in Atlantic Canada. The center aims to transform health care through evidence-based research and innovative solutions, and through strategic partnerships with patients, families, clinical experts, industry leaders, health care foundations, and academic institutions throughout the region.

Prince Edward Island alone is home to 65+ bioscience companies and research institutions, and ranks first in Canada for life sciences employment, employing 2,300+ people in the province.

New Brunswick is at the forefront of personalized medicine and genetic research, with the Precision Medicine Center and the Atlantic Cancer Research Institute in Moncton leading groundbreaking advancements in these fields.

Newfoundland and Labrador is advancing health innovation and life sciences through cutting-edge research and commercial activity in genomics, biotechnology, and medical technologies. Home to leading research institutions and a collaborative health ecosystem, the province is driving discoveries that improve patient care and global health outcomes.

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Digital Health and MedTech

Atlantic Canada stands out as a hub for innovation in Digital Health and MedTech, driving advancements in technology-driven healthcare solutions. The region excels in developing, testing and piloting digital health through AI applications, telehealth solutions, health data analytics, and digital therapeutics that enhance patient outcomes and streamline healthcare services.

Biomanufacturing

Across all four Atlantic provinces, microorganisms, cells, and enzymes are leveraged to produce commercially valuable products like pharmaceuticals, biofuels, food ingredients, and industrial enzymes. This is brought to life through the region’s investment in bioaccelerators and biofermentation facilities that enhance capacity with state-of-the-art lab space and equipment for pharmaceutical development.

Biotech

Atlantic Canada uses living organisms, cells, and biological systems to develop innovative products and technologies that enhance human life and planetary health, aligning with global trends in genomics and targeted therapies, with a particular emphasis on nutraceuticals.

Clinical Research

We offer an unparalleled opportunity for clinical studies by harnessing robust research capabilities and strategic partnerships - from clinical study networks to academic institutions, to supply chains and beyond. With a unique demographic of aging and genetically diverse populations, Atlantic Canada is an ideal destination for companies and other regions seeking to conduct impactful clinical research.

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ATLANTIC CANADA'S LIFE SCIENCES & HEALTH INNOVATION INFRASTRUCTURE

Atlantic Canada is a thriving center for life sciences and health innovation. The region boasts a wealth of leading research expertise, innovative healthcare facilities, and industry experience that make it an ideal location for health-focused enterprises. Here is a snapshot of Atlantic Canada's dynamic life sciences industry and workforce.




Atlantic Canada benefits from high rates of post-secondary education and skills-based immigration, providing a well-educated and skilled workforce ready to support life sciences and health innovation.




Prince Edward Island is home to the BioAccelerator: a multi-purpose facility featuring 60,000 sq. ft. of biomanufacturing space, offering resources and services to researchers, entrepreneurs, and bioscience companies ranging from research and product development to process development, manufacturing scale-up, and biomanufacturing skills training.




The New Brunswick Center for Precision Medicine in Moncton is a pioneering hub for precision medicine in Canada. Established through a collaboration between the Atlantic Cancer Research Institute and Université de Moncton, it is the first purpose-built facility of its kind in the country, aiming to support biomedical startups by providing access to essential wet-lab facilities, advanced technology, and networking opportunities.




The Verschuren Centre in Nova Scotia is a clean technology leader, featuring one of only three 1,000L bioreactors in Canada and the nation's first 10,000L facility. With its unique bioprocess production model and the RapidFermTech program, it equips Fermentation Technicians with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the booming industrial fermentation industry.




The presence of organizations such as techNL and Bounce Health Innovation in Newfoundland creates a dynamic ecosystem that supports collaboration between public institutions, private companies, and researchers.




The region's unique demographic profile includes aging populations and genetically diverse communities, offering valuable opportunities for clinical studies and personalized medicine research.




Home to leading institutes like the Healthy Populations Institute and the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute, Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia fosters groundbreaking research in population health and cancer treatment. The Beyea Imaging Lab is revolutionizing patient care by developing new imaging technologies for clinical use.




Newfoundland and Labrador is home to pioneering health innovation initiatives like the Health Innovation Acceleration Centre, which provides a real-world testbed for developing and commercializing health technologies. Combined with a thriving ecosystem of research institutions and industry partnerships, the province is driving advancements in healthcare delivery and medical technology.




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ATLANTIC CANADA’S LIFE SCIENCES & HEALTH INNOVATION INSTITUTIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS

Atlantic Canada's life sciences and health innovation sector is thriving. With the support of a skilled workforce, government initiatives, world-class academic institutions such as Dalhousie University with its pioneering research institutes like the Healthy Populations Institute and Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute, Atlantic Canada stands out as North America's premier destination for life sciences and health innovation investment.

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ATLANTIC CANADA’S LIFE SCIENCES & HEALTH INNOVATION INFRASTRUCTURE

Atlantic Canada is a thriving center for life sciences and health innovation. The region boasts a wealth of leading research expertise, innovative healthcare facilities, and industry experience that make it an ideal location for health-focused enterprises. Here is a snapshot of Atlantic Canada's dynamic life sciences industry and workforce.


Atlantic Canada benefits from high rates of post-secondary education and skills-based immigration, providing a well-educated and skilled workforce ready to support life sciences and health innovation.


Prince Edward Island is home to the BioAccelerator: a multi-purpose facility featuring 60,000 sq. ft. of biomanufacturing space, offering resources and services to researchers, entrepreneurs, and bioscience companies ranging from research and product development to process development, manufacturing scale-up, and biomanufacturing skills training.


The New Brunswick Center for Precision Medicine in Moncton is a pioneering hub for precision medicine in Canada. Established through a collaboration between the Atlantic Cancer Research Institute and Université de Moncton, it is the first purpose-built facility of its kind in the country, aiming to support biomedical startups by providing access to essential wet-lab facilities, advanced technology, and networking opportunities.


The Verschuren Centre in Nova Scotia is a clean technology leader, featuring one of only three 1,000L bioreactors in Canada and the nation's first 10,000L facility. With its unique bioprocess production model and the RapidFermTech program, it equips Fermentation Technicians with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the booming industrial fermentation industry.


The presence of organizations such as techNL and Bounce Health Innovation in Newfoundland creates a dynamic ecosystem that supports collaboration between public institutions, private companies, and researchers.


The region's unique demographic profile includes aging populations and genetically diverse communities, offering valuable opportunities for clinical studies and personalized medicine research.


Home to leading institutes like the Healthy Populations Institute and the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute, Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia fosters groundbreaking research in population health and cancer treatment. The Beyea Imaging Lab is revolutionizing patient care by developing new imaging technologies for clinical use.


Newfoundland and Labrador is home to pioneering health innovation initiatives like the Health Innovation Acceleration Centre, which provides a real-world testbed for developing and commercializing health technologies. Combined with a thriving ecosystem of research institutions and industry partnerships, the province is driving advancements in healthcare delivery and medical technology.



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Atlantic Canada's life sciences and health innovation sector is thriving. With the support of a skilled workforce, government initiatives, world-class academic institutions such as Dalhousie University with its pioneering research institutes like the Healthy Populations Institute and Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute, Atlantic Canada stands out as North America's premier destination for life sciences and health innovation investment.

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