Now Open
BioHubNet Annual Symposium & Training Week
October 27–30, 2025
Toronto
Hands-on training courses, company tour,
Annual Symposium on October 30
Trainees, industry partners, academic leaders,
and innovation ecosystem players from across Canada
We’re thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the BioHubNet Annual Symposium & Training Week, taking place October 27–30, 2025, in Toronto.
This multi-day event features hands-on training courses, a company tour, and our flagship Annual Symposium on October 30.
Join trainees, industry partners, academic leaders, and innovation ecosystem players from across Canada for immersive learning, expert insights, and valuable networking opportunities.
Register today to secure your spot!
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
Swiss-Canadian Innovation Symposium 2025
Friday, November 14, 2025, 8 AM – 6:30 PM
Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus (108 College St)
Next-Gen Medicine: AI-Driven Precision Oncology and Drug Discovery
This year’s program will convene leading voices from academia, industry, and government across Canada and Switzerland to share cutting-edge advances in AI-driven precision oncology and drug discovery, with a strong emphasis on catalyze cross-border collaboration and innovation in precision medicine.
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.