GAAP Labs: Where Ideas Grow

GAAP (Global Agri-Food Advancement Partnership), located in Saskatoon, SK, is committed to making cutting-edge research tools and expertise more accessible to scientists, innovators, and agri-food entrepreneurs. We have developed a fee-for-service model designed to provide flexible access to GAAP’s office, laboratory, and greenhouse facilities. This model is ideal for local, national, and international companies seeking high-quality, scalable research infrastructure without long-term commitments.

By offering flexible, scalable services, GAAP can continue to support clients in developing ideas, optimizing protocols, building prototypes, and conducting advanced research—all without the need for long-term commitments or infrastructure investments.

Where Ideas Grow  

As a makerspace for scientists, GAAP brings together the tools, talent, and technology needed to turn bold ideas into real-world solutions. Jeremy Lang, GAAP CEO, says, “We are addressing a gap in the market by offering flexible, fee-for-service maker space for biomanufacturing innovators. Our goal is to support startups launching new ventures and established companies developing breakthrough products, helping them grow from concept to commercialization” Jeremy Lang, GAAP CEO

Our Expertise & Services 

We offer a range of service options tailored to your needs:

• Fee-for-Service
  Access our specialized equipment at a set fee or engage our in-house experts to conduct research on your behalf.

• Custom Packages
  Flexible packages including office space, greenhouse access, lab use, and equipment—customized to your project goals.

• Research Collaboration
  Partner with us to co-develop research projects and support grant applications for collaborative initiatives.

• Analysis Services
  Perform high-precision analyses in our state-of-the-art analytical laboratory.

• Precision Fermentation
  Utilize advanced tools for gene editing, synthetic biology, high-throughput screening, and bioreactor-based research.

• Prototyping
  Rapid prototyping with 3D printing development in our hardware lab.

Our Facilities 

With over 12,000 sq. ft. of laboratories, greenhouses, and office space, GAAP is a hub for agricultural and food innovation. Each lab is equipped with specialized tools to support essential research and commercialization.

Equipment Capabilities

We support a wide range of scientific domains:

• 🧪 Chemical Analysis

• 🔬 Microscopy & Imaging

• ✅ Quality Control & Safety

• 🧫 Product Development & Prototyping

• 🌱 Environmental & Physical Testing

• 🧬 Bioprocessing & Cell Culture

• 🦠 Microbiology

• 🧪 Molecular Biology & Genetics

• 🌿 Plant Growth Stimulations

Specialized Labs 

Discovery Lab 

Focused on high-throughput screening and rapid product development using small-scale bioreactors (up to 1000ml), this lab streamlines the transition to larger-scale operations while minimizing costs.

Fermentation Lab 

Equipped with bioreactors from 2L to 10L, this lab enables scale-up of microbial processes and provides critical data for commercial scalability.

Processing Lab 

Handles downstream processing with bench-scale equipment for separation, purification, and formulation.

Analytical Lab 

Monitors fermentation processes and product quality through molecular analyses, environmental tracking, and shelf-life studies.

Hardware Development Lab 

Supports physical product creation with 3D printing.

Multi-Faceted Lab 

Versatile space for plant incubation, tissue culture, and bioprocessing, including rotary evaporators for product concentration.

Greenhouse Facilities 

Our greenhouse infrastructure includes:

• Two large greenhouses (900 sqft)

• Two smaller greenhouses (450 sqft)

These spaces offer configurable setups, fertigation and irrigation systems, and climate/light control for year-round plant growth.

If you have a project that could benefit from GAAP’s expertise and resources, we invite you to connect with us—we’d be happy to explore how we can support your innovation journey.

For detailed information about our equipment offerings, to tour our facilities, or to request a quote, please visit our website or contact us directly.

Gaapvc.com

Or email

martin@gaapvc.com

Martin Wilding

Lab & Facilities Manager