Life sciences

The life sciences industry has a proud history of innovation and leadership, from creating the world’s first pacemaker to pioneering the discovery of stem cells.

It spans:

  • pharmaceuticals and biotechnology 
  • medical technologies
  • digital health
  • natural health products
  • medical cannabis
  • healthcare services
  • animal health

Canada is at the forefront of life sciences advancements, thanks to world-class research and development, leading health institutions, and thriving incubators. The country's strong and trusted reputation in this field means opportunities for your company abroad. 

Top markets for this industry

The United States is Canada’s largest trading partner in the sector, with significant collaboration in research, development, and commercialization of:

  • medical technologies
  • pharmaceuticals
  • biotechnology products

Other priority markets for TCS support in the life sciences sector include:

  • United Kingdom
  • Germany
  • France
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia

Guides, reports, and market snapshots

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Asia-Pacific, Singapore
Information and communications technologies, Life sciences
December 18, 2023

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Intra-African Trade Fair 2025

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September 4 to 10, 2025
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Registration Open
April 16 to July 16, 2025
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Aerospace, Agriculture and processed foods, Clean technologies, Defence and security, Education, Forestry and wood products, Industrial machinery, Information and communications technologies, Infrastructure, Life sciences, Mining, Oil and gas, Transportation
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Trade Show
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Algiers, Algeria

United Kingdom and France FemTech

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October 1 to December 31, 2025
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June 11 to August 31, 2025
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Life sciences
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Accelerator; Accélérateur;
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United Kingdom and France

Rebuild Ukraine

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November 13 to 14, 2025
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July 2 to September 19, 2025
Industry
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Infrastructure, Aerospace, Chemicals and plastics, Clean technologies, Education, Financial and insurance services, Forestry and wood products, Industrial machinery, Information and communications technologies, Life sciences, Oil and gas, Mining, Ocean technologies, Professional services, Transportation
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Warsaw, Poland

Artificial intelligence in biopharma Germany

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July 1 to November 20, 2025
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May 14 to July 15, 2025
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Information and communications technologies, Life sciences
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Accelerator; Accélérateur;
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Germany

Children Baby Maternity Expo (CBME)

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July 16 to 18, 2025
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June 25 to 30, 2025
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Consumer products, Agriculture and processed foods, Life sciences
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Shanghai, China

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Signature events

Every year, we support Canadian businesses at premier life sciences events. These opportunities allow you to showcase your strengths and expertise.

The following events are part of our annual calendar:

  • Arab Health (Dubai, United Arab Emirates)
  • BIO International (Boston, United States)

Canadian Technology Accelerators

Join a Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) to explore opportunities to grow your business in 12 global tech hubs worldwide. This global business development program successfully supports companies in: cleantech, digital industries and information and communications technologies (ICT) and life sciences and digital health.

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