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Centre for Drug Research and Development - British Columbia - Canada
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Centre for Drug Research and Development

Last Update: March 4, 2026
British Columbia, Canada
Life sciences collaboration and facilities
Researchers And Facilities
Partnering and Collaboration

Overview

Access commercial expertise, scientific research facilities in Vancouver, and opportunities for collaboration with industry and academia.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Health care and social assistance
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:
$ 500,000
Establishing a research facility for chiral compound purification
$ 300,000
Developing advanced purification methods for pharmaceutical compounds
$ 250,000
Creating a collaborative research project between academia and industry
$ 350,000
Expanding a biotech firm's research on achiral compound purification
$ 350,000
Upgrading laboratory capabilities for a nonprofit research organization
$ 400,000
Launching a startup focused on sustainable purification techniques

Eligibility

Eligibility criteria for this grant:

  • Must be a life sciences and health technology company.
  • Companies must be looking for cost-effective lab and office space with shared services and amenities.

Who is eligible?

Companies in the life sciences sector, particularly those seeking to be part of collaborative and dynamic ecosystems, can apply to be part of adMare's Innovation Centres. The centres offer specialized resources and networking opportunities to foster growth and innovation.


Who is not eligible

There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. Only Canadian life sciences and health technology companies are eligible to benefit from this grant.

  • Non-Canadian companies
  • Companies outside the life sciences and health technology sectors
  • Companies not aligned with the objectives of the grant

Eligible expenses

This grant supports projects that aim to expand and enhance Canada's life sciences ecosystem. Eligible activities focus on fostering connectivity between life sciences sectors, supporting innovation centres, and providing specialized services.

  • Development of physical ecosystems for Canadian innovation and businesses.
  • Provision of cost-effective, move-in-ready lab and office spaces.
  • Offering customized analytical services and high-end laboratory equipment.
  • Organizing high-value industry events and networking opportunities.
  • Building dynamic multi-tenant innovation centres in Montreal and Vancouver.

Eligible geographic areas

The grant application provided does not specify any eligible geographical areas for companies. Based on the information available, it's unclear what regions or areas this grant targets.

    Selection criteria

    There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:

    • Demonstration of innovation and potential for impact in the life sciences sector
    • Evidence of a strong business plan and potential for growth
    • Alignment with the goals and objectives of the adMare Community
    • Capability to leverage the resources and support provided by adMare for further development
    • Potential for collaboration within the adMare ecosystem

    How to apply

    1

    Preparation

    • Check the company's eligibility
    • Gather the necessary information for the grant application
    • Determine the objectives and budget of the project
    2

    Writing the application

    • Draft the project description
    • Prepare the detailed and justified budget
    • Collect the required documents (technical sheets, CVs, etc.)
    3

    Submission of the application

    • Check that all elements of the application are complete
    • Follow the grant submission instructions
    • Send the application within the given deadlines

    Additional information

    Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

    • adMare builds physical ecosystems with Innovation Centres in Montreal and Vancouver, providing cost-effective, ready-to-move lab and office spaces.
    • adMare provides shared services and facilities like analytical chemistry and in vivo pharmacology, along with amenities for educational and networking events.
    • Repare Therapeutics acknowledges significant benefits from moving to adMare’s Montreal Innovation Centre.
    • The adMare Community platform enhances connectivity across Canada’s life sciences sector.
    • Innovation Centres provide access to high-end equipment and specialized services in compound purification.
    • adMare offers tailored services to meet specific client needs and requirements.
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    Frequently Asked Questions about the Centre for Drug Research and Development Program

    Here are answers to the most common questions about the Centre for Drug Research and Development. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

    What is the Centre for Drug Research and Development?

    Access commercial expertise, scientific research facilities in Vancouver, and opportunities for collaboration with industry and academia.

    Who is eligible for the Centre for Drug Research and Development program?

    To be eligible for the Centre for Drug Research and Development program, you must: The company must be part of Canada's life sciences sector. The company should be seeking support for scaling up operations. The company must be able to utilize Innovation Centres located in Montreal or Vancouver.

    Where is the Centre for Drug Research and Development available?

    The Centre for Drug Research and Development program is available the province of British Columbia.

    Is the Centre for Drug Research and Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?

    Centre for Drug Research and Development is a Researchers And Facilities

    Who are the financial supporters of the Centre for Drug Research and Development?

    Centre for Drug Research and Development is funded by adMare Bioinnovations