Medtech

MedTech at ventureLAB

The Hardware Catalyst Initiative, Canada’s only hardware and semiconductor-focused lab and incubator, has developed specialized facilities and programming for companies developing medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and wellness products that include microelectronic hardware, assistive devices, and digital health solutions.

Through the fully-functioning, state-of-the-art MedTech Lab, and the wealth of knowledge from ventureLAB’s MedTech advisors, founders in the healthcare sector will have access to the valuable resources necessary to overcome the challenges of commercialization and take their solutions from lab to market.

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The Hardware Catalyst Initiative MedTech Lab is a state-of-the-art facility that focuses on developing microelectronic hardware devices for medical applications. It was developed in partnership with Sterling Industries, which specializes in advanced medical device manufacturing.

The HCI MedTech Lab is hosted within Sterling Industries' manufacturing facility in Vaughan — dedicated to medical device production — giving our companies unparalleled exposure to MedTech manufacturing expertise. They're not just working in a lab; they're inside one of Canada’s most prolific medical device production facilities. Sterling Industries’ experts share their insights into developing and marketing successful solutions. This unique ecosystem enables the development of made-in-Ontario MedTech solutions while helping domestic companies to commercialize, grow, and scale their businesses for global markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Featured below are the most common questions about MedTech at ventureLAB

How does ventureLAB accelerate the growth of MedTech companies?

Within the Hardware Catalyst Initiative- a two-year program for startups developing novel hardware products, there is dedicated support for companies developing microelectronic hardware devices for medical, biological, agricultural or chemical applications in the form of lab access, partner introductions, subject-specific workshops, tailored advisory sessions, and investment readiness preparation, to help decrease barriers to commercialization and catalyze their time to market.

What is the difference between the Hardware Catalyst Initiative, Medtech, and Digital Health?

The Hardware Catalyst Initiative is a 24-month program for founders developing novel semiconductor, sensor, silicon-based IP or embedded system hardware solutions.

MedTech is a term used to describe technology with applications in health and life sciences as it relates to medical products and devices.

Digital Health is a specialized ‘stream’ in which companies are working on software-focused tech solutions that support healthcare delivery and management.

What tailored subject matter expertise do you offer at ventureLAB for MedTech?

In addition to our tailored programming stream in the Hardware Catalyst Initiative, the Accelerated Growth Program, partnerships and our lab facilities, ventureLAB has a team of dedicated advisors with expertise across necessary domains including: clinical, compliance, regulatory, hardware development, product management, business development, investment readiness, and marketing. Our team of advisors work across the portfolio of programs at ventureLAB.

Please register for our newsletter below, and follow us on socials (@venturelabCA on all platforms) to stay updated, as we regularly facilitate workshops tailored for MedTech, Health Tech, and Digital Health entrepreneurs.

What special offerings do MedTech companies receive who are part of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative?

MedTech companies who are part of an active cohort of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative receive:

- One-on-one advisory sessions with experienced advisors
- Dedicated access to our MedTech Lab in Vaughan, hosted by Sterling Industries, as well as our Hardware/Semiconductor Lab in Markham.
- Access to ventureLAB’s monthly MedTech workshop series

To learn more about our other programs and the opportunities to accelerate and scale your MedTech of Health Tech, we suggest you learn about the Accelerated Growth Program or email programs@venturelab.ca

Still have questions?

If you have any other questions, comments or concerns. Please contact the following email below directly.

hci@venturelab.ca

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