Lab2Market Validate Foundations

Lab2Market Validate Foundations is a three-day intensive virtual training program aimed at providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the process and best practices for research commercialization. The program is designed for individuals at the outset of their journeys seeking to commercialize their ideas—those who envision how their technology can benefit the real world and wish to understand the steps required for commercialization. 

Upon completion, graduates will possess the knowledge necessary to initiate their commercialization endeavours and strategically position their projects to capitalize on various opportunities within the ecosystem, including Lab2Market's Validate program. 

Lab2Market is a nationwide program that helps brilliant minds in graduate and postdoctoral programs reimagine their futures. Throughout the program, participants will discover a passion for entrepreneurship, build an entrepreneurial skill set, and connect with the network needed to help turn an idea into successful businesses. Innovation UBC in collaboration with SFU Venture Labs form the Pacific Hub for Lab2Market, serving BC and the Yukon.
 

What you get

We are currently offering two streams for the Validate Foundations program.

Lab2Market Health: Validate Foundations

Eligibility: For science researchers, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students across Canada in health-related fields.

Program Overview:

• Tailored for health research: Learn how to navigate commercializations and innovation in health

• Engage with experts: Meet successful science entrepreneurs and industry leaders

• Collaborative learning: Gain insights and practical knowledge from the L2M National Health Hub, hosted by SFU VentureLabs and Innovation UBC

• Deadline to apply: May 12, 2025

Lab2Market Validate Foundations

Eligibility: For students, postdocs and faculty wanting to bring their research to market. Open to certificate and diploma students, undergraduate students, masters, PhDs, postdocs and faculty.

Program Overview:

• Regional program: Delivered by the Lab2Market Pacific Hub

• Skills development: Gain essential skills and learn how to transition research into market-ready solutions

• Exploration: Learn how to take the first step and understand the commercial potential of your work

• Deadline to apply: May 12, 2025