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Advancing Biomanufacturing Innovations with Strategic Funding Support

Empowering Trainee Entrepreneurs for Biomanufacturing Innovation

What is EQUIP?

The EQUIP pillar of BioHubNet is dedicated to providing commercialization support to help trainees advance their biomanufacturing innovations toward market readiness. Our program offers tiered funding and specialized resources designed to assist trainee-entrepreneurs at various stages of development, from concept validation to scale-up and market entry. 

EQUIP Mandate

BioHubNet is committed to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the life sciences and biomanufacturing sectors. Through the EQUIP programs, BioHubNet’s commercialization support strategy aims to empower trainee-entrepreneurs by providing access to critical funding and resources that will advance their innovations toward market readiness. 

EQUIP funding supports commercialization-enabling activities at different stages of development. This includes specialized consulting and services essential for translating innovations and achieving key milestones. These services are sourced from experts whose skills align with the technical and commercial needs of each innovation. 

This mandate ensures that BioHubNet-supported innovations receive the tailored expertise necessary to achieve successful commercialization outcomes, strengthening Canada’s biomanufacturing ecosystem and supporting early-stage companies in reaching key inflection points. 

Why Participate?

  • Industry-Relevant Training: Gain insights from experts in the field through microcredentials tailored to meet evolving industry needs.
  • Mentorship & Networking: Connect with industry professionals and mentors, expanding your professional network.
  • Boost Your Employability: Enhance your resume with verified, career-focused microcredentials and hands on experiences.

Tiered Funding Approach

EQUIP offers two levels of funding support: VentureConnect Grant and VentureLift Grant, with a total funding limit of $30,000 per applicant. 

Who Should Apply?

Eligibility Criteria for ENGAGE Training Credits

You are eligible to receive ENGAGE Training Credits if you meet one of the following conditions:

1. Graduate Students (Masters or PhD)

  • Must be registered in a science or engineering program at an eligible institute listed below.
  • Must have been enrolled for at least 12 months.
  • Provide a verification letter (e.g., unofficial transcript) from the institution.

2. Postdoctoral Fellows, Research Associates, or Laboratory Technicians

  • Must be affiliated with an eligible Canadian university or research institute listed below.
  • Provide a verification letter (e.g., offer letter) from the institution.

Initially, training credits are available only to trainees from eligible institutions*, which are current BioHubNet partner institutions. We plan to expand eligibility to additional institutions in the future.

Take the First Step

Gain the skills, knowledge, and network to lead the future of biomanufacturing.