A National Platform for
The Canadian Life Sciences Community
Bringing together leaders, innovators, disruptors, and investors for networking and knowledge sharing.
Our Why
The NextGreatBigIdeas (NGBi) Summit is an annual, independently organized not-for-profit fundraising event in support of MacKids, the fundraising arm of Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation dedicated to raising funds for McMaster Children’s Hospital.
In four short years, NGBi has become a key gathering in the Canadian Life Sciences Leaders, innovators, disruptors, investors and industry suppliers for networking and knowledge sharing.
The rapid growth of NGBi has been fueled by a unique podcast marketing strategy that promotes the Summit throughout the year, featuring voices from across Canada and playing a key role in amplifying the Summit’s reach and impact.
Our Mission
Create an affordable and accessible national networking event for all members and all sectors of the Canadian Life Sciences community.
Supporting MacKids
NGBi is proud to support MacKids, the fundraising arm of Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation dedicated to raising funds for McMaster Children’s Hospital.
What NGBi Stands For
Networking
Network with 500+ professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and investors from across Canada's life sciences ecosystem.
Discovery
Explore cutting-edge innovations and the next generation of breakthroughs shaping Canadian life sciences.
Inspiration
Hear from today's leaders about their journeys, lessons learned, and what's on the horizon.
Giving Back
All proceeds, after expenses, are donated to MacKids — supporting McMaster Children's Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario.
Networking •Discovery •Inspiration •Giving Back •
Networking •Discovery •Inspiration •Giving Back •
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Why You Should Attend
NextGreatBigIdeas is a national networking event for everyone in the Canadian Life Sciences community