Member benefits

Life Sciences Nova Scotia is here to help fuel your success.

As a member you become part of a thriving, resilient and connected ecosystem that is dedicated to advancing Life Sciences in Nova Scotia.

We are your partner

Here to help NAVIGATE the ecosystem no matter what stage you are at

Here to provide or source the support, KNOWLEDGE and experience within the sector
Here to ADVOCATE and celebrate the Life Sciences Community for the benefit of our members
Here to knock down doors and make the CONNECTIONS with partners, funders and members locally, and globally

Join us today

Start-ups

Navigate through the challenges of the life sciences business landscape faster. We provide mentorship, programs, networking, education and training, access to funders and more.

Scale-ups & growth

Strengthen customer relationships and access to global markets with our support programs while demonstrating your commitment to building a vibrant Life Sciences sector.

Strategic partners

Life Sciences Nova Scotia partners with committed and capable organizations who share our vision for a vibrant and growing life sciences sector that is a pillar of the provincial economy. Raise your profile and increase access to valuable networks and through various partnership opportunities.

Membership Categories

Corporate Member
Companies committed to commercial development in their life sciences related business.

Associate Member
Companies, institutions, governments agencies, service providers and groups not directly involved in producing a life sciences-based product in Nova Scotia.

Individual Member
For those not associated with any corporate entity.

Membership Benefits

Benefit	Corporate	Associate	Individual
Company listing with your logo, company contact and description including a direct link to your website
Access to all Life Sciences Member Programs
Discounted registrations for Life Sciences Nova Scotia events
Networking Opportunities including event receptions, Life Sciences Nova Scotia socials and member Town Halls
Access to the BioAdvantage Program in partnership with Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Exposure & Engagement - Opportunity to share newsworthy developments through our digital platforms - Website, Newsletter, SM
Access to BioTalent Canada’s benefits
Eligible for discounted Halifax Chamber of Commerce Membership
Access to BIOTECanada’s VWR discount program for supplies, equipment and chemicals
Opportunity to post your company job posting on our Member Job board

Membership Cost

LifeSciences Nova Scotia memberships are valid for a 12-month period (renewed annually).

Membership	Employees	Cost
Corporate	A 21+ Employees	$3,450 + HST
	B 11 - 20 Employees	$2,050 + HST
	C 1 - 10 Employees	$700 + HST
Associate	A 21+ Employees	$3,450 + HST
	B 11 - 20 Employees	$2,050 + HST
	C 1 - 10 Employees	$1,275 + HST
	D Sole proprietorship	$700 + HST
Individual	Not applicable	$185 + HST