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Life Sciences Week 2026

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September 23, 2026
9:00 am
—
6:00 pm
Platform Calgary KPMG Stage

Hosted by:

Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation

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Life Sciences Week is held annually on the last week of September, featuring a series of community-hosted events designed to: Spotlight local innovators and researchers, leading industry voices and cutting-edge technologies Educate the community on the latest trends, growth and impact of the sector Celebrate Alberta as hub for life sciences innovation Foster connections and cross-sector collaboration Attract international collaborators and investors

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407 9th Ave SE Calgary, AB T2G 2K7

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