The Province of Manitoba has one of the fastest growing biotechnology and life science clusters in Canada. Emphasis on fostering the growth of knowledge-based industries and providing support for technology commercialization have created a motivated business community that is constantly striving towards new scientific achievements. The emerging and diverse biotechnology sector that is life sciences has become intrinsically linked to the development of Manitoba’s knowledge-based economy.

Manitoba is home to world class post secondary institutions, innovative research facilities and a cluster of life science companies with particular focus on biomedical devices, nutraceuticals, agri bioproducts and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This wide range of expertise coupled with the sector’s collaborative atmosphere facilitates the convergence of technologies, making Manitoba a centre of excellence in disease diagnosis and prevention.