September 23-27, 2024
Save the date for Life Sciences Week 2024!
Life Sciences Week is Alberta’s premier celebration and showcase of our burgeoning life sciences sector. Stay tuned and save the date for talks, tours, networking, and more!
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Life Sciences Week
Life Sciences Week brings together the entire life sciences ecosystem in Alberta, while also attracting supporters and collaborators from across Canada, drawing global attention.
Trailblazing groundbreaking discoveries & innovations
This week-long event stands as a testament to Alberta’s undeniable mark on global life sciences through the discoveries made here. From medical devices to pharmaceuticals and more, Life Sciences Week illuminates Alberta’s entrepreneurial spirit and contributions to the forefront of advancement.
Celebrating achievements, diversity, and future potential
Life Sciences Week is a vibrant celebration of Alberta’s boundless potential. By spotlighting success stories, diverse perspectives, and forward-thinking initiatives, this series of events underscores the pivotal role of life sciences in shaping Alberta’s economic landscape and driving future prosperity.
Fostering collaboration, networking, and showcases
This platform brings dynamic networking opportunities and captivating showcases of industry projects. Life Sciences Week not only celebrates our remarkable achievements, but also fosters meaningful connections and collaborations essential for propelling the sector’s growth and global competitiveness.
Why celebrate?
Alberta is changing the world for the better
The life sciences sector has deep, wide-ranging impact. Knowledge and tools developed by our industry are relevant, valuable, and widely used in agriculture, resource management, health and wellness, technology, business – you name it, we contribute to it.
Increasing economic diversification and resilience is a top priority for Alberta. The life sciences sector – steadily growing, and already one of Alberta’s leading industries – is essential to our province’s continued prosperity and quality of life.
Count me inSchedule
Life Sciences Week 2024 will be held from September 23 to 27.
There is opportunity to participate, engage, or host events of your own. Take a look at what’s to come below and save the date, or submit your event to have it added to the agenda!
Submit an EventDay 1
September 23
Life Sciences Week Kick-off
Join us in Alberta’s capital city for the start of the second annual Life Sciences Week! The kick-off event is a great way to start Life Sciences Week by connecting with other leaders and decision makers in the sector. Enjoy lunch and networking, as well as some keynote speakers and announcements!
11:00am – 1:30pm
Edmonton, AB
Clinical Trials Summit
Stay tuned for more information on the Life Sciences Week Clinical Trials Summit! Hosted in Edmonton at the same venue as the kick-off event, this content will be targeted at clinical & regulatory professionals, researchers, industry, and key stakeholders.
9:00am – 4:30pm
Edmonton, AB
Day 2
September 24
Edmonton Innovation Day
On Tuesday, September 24, we’re gathering the ecosystem in Edmonton’s downtown to discuss innovation and investment in the life sciences. If you’re interested in providing a talk, panel, or other life sciences innovation ecosystem related content, submit your interest today!
9:00am – 4:30pm
Edmonton, AB
Calgary Student Day
Stay tuned for more information to come from Innovate Calgary and the Life Sciences Innovation Hub!
All Day
Calgary, AB
Day 3
September 25
Calgary Innovation Day
On Wednesday, September 25, we’re gathering the ecosystem in Calgary’s downtown to discuss innovation and investment in the life sciences. If you’re interested in providing a talk, panel, or other life sciences innovation ecosystem related content, submit your interest today!
11:00am – 4:00pm
Studio Bell
850 4 St. SE
Calgary, AB T2G 1R1
Calgary Innovation Day – Closing Content & Reception
Join us for a final session and reception at Studio Bell, to conclude an exciting day of content, activations, and tours!
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Studio Bell
850 4 St. SE
Calgary, AB T2G 1R1
Day 4
September 26
Health and Life Sciences Showcase & Awards Dinner
BioAlberta will host its annual Health and Life Sciences Showcase, featuring guest speakers, a pitch event, networking reception, and the Awards Gala.
11:00am – 9:00pm
Calgary, AB
Edmonton Student Day
Stay tuned for more information to come from the Health Innovation Hub!
All Day
University of Alberta
North Campus
Edmonton, AB
Day 5
September 27
Life Sciences Week Wrap-up Party
Celebrate another successful Life Sciences Week in Edmonton, at API Headquarters!
4:30pm – 8:30pm
Enterprise Square
10230 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, AB T5J 4P6