Announcing the launch of EXPERIENCE
The Biomanufacturing Hub Network (BioHubNet) is excited to launch the first initiative under the EXPERIENCE pillar: the Industry Internship Program, designed to help Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) with STEM backgrounds gain practical, hands-on experience through placements with leading companies in the biomanufacturing and life sciences sectors.
Meet the May Recipients of the VentureConnect Grant!
BioHubNet supports trainee-entrepreneurs through the VentureConnect Grant, which offers up to $5,000 in travel funding to help them grow their ventures and expand their networks.
We are thrilled to announce the inaugural recipients of the VentureConnect Grant for the month of May!
BioHubNet Launches ENGAGE
Jumpstart Your Biomanufacturing Career with Industry-Focused Training
The Biomanufacturing Hub Network (BioHubNet) is excited to launch ENGAGE — A dynamic training and skills development program designed to equip Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) with STEM backgrounds with the essential skills to thrive in Canada’s expanding biomanufacturing sector.
BioHubNet Receives $19 Million in Federal Funding to Address HQP Shortage in Biomanufacturing
- Leadership: Led by Molly Shoichet, Gilbert Walker, and Darius Rackus to drive biomanufacturing talent development.
- Federal Funding: Secured $18.9 million from CBRF and BRIF to tackle workforce shortages.
- National Role: Part of HI3, a $72 million initiative enhancing biomanufacturing capacity.
- Workforce Training: Developing 1,000 skilled workers through diverse training programs.
- Industry Collaboration: Partners with 26 organizations, including colleges and biotech firms.
- Diversity Focus: Committed to supporting underrepresented groups in life sciences.
Partner Updates
Ontario Genomics is now accepting applications for two programs supporting biotech innovation: BioCreate (for SMEs with TRL 4+) and GAPP (for for-profit enterprises partnering with researchers). Both offer funding and commercialization support. BioCreate closes July 31; GAPP closes July 24.
The OBIO® Women in Health Initiative (WiHI) Seed Program is a 6-month program for early-stage, women-led health science companies. Participants receive advisory support, coaching, networking, and up to $10,000 CAD in grant funding. Finalists will be invited to pitch for equity investment. Apply by August 29, 2025.
Calling all graduate researchers! What would you do with $10,000 to advance yourresearch? Lab2Market Health: Validate gives researchers funding, mentorship& market research training to turn innovations into real-world impact.
Partner Institutions
The Canadian Hub for Health Intelligence and Innovation in Infectious Diseases (HI3) plays a vital role in supporting BioHubNet by offering a collaborative network of nearly 100 partners and advanced resources in life sciences and engineering. As part of HI3, BioHubNet benefits from strategic alignment with Canada’s Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy, enabling talent development, commercialization, and national health preparedness. This integration strengthens BioHubNet’s efforts to address workforce shortages and accelerate biomanufacturing innovation.