Clinical Research at VCH
As one of British Columbia’s leading academic health care organizations, VCH offers sponsors access to highly specialized clinical programs, experienced investigators and patients across a broad range of therapeutic areas.
Our clinical research portfolio spans first-in-human through late-phase trials of investigational drugs, biologics and medical devices, supported by leading investigators. This depth of clinical expertise, combined with a strong culture of research and innovation, creates opportunities to advance innovative and complex clinical trials and bring new therapeutic options to patients.
349
active clinical trials
142
clinical trial investigators
174
clinical trials sponsors
Clinical Trials Units
Phase 1 Clinical Trials Research Unit
UBC Hospital
The Phase 1 Clinical Trials Research Unit (P1 CTRU) at UBC Hospital provides dedicated inpatient capacity for first-in-human and early-phase clinical trials. Designed for complex studies requiring intensive monitoring, specialized care and infusion-based protocols, P1-CTRU brings together clinical expertise and hospital-based services to support the safe and efficient delivery of early-phase trials and the evaluation of emerging therapies.
Hematology Research Unit
Vancouver General Hospital
The Hematology Research Unit (HRU) at Vancouver General Hospital is British Columbia’s first dedicated inpatient Phase I clinical trials unit for blood cancers. HRU safely delivers high‑acuity, early‑phase hematologic trials requiring continuous monitoring and multidisciplinary clinical expertise.
Clinical Research Unit
Vancouver General Hospital
The Clinical Research Unit (CRU) at Vancouver General Hospital is VCH’s hub for multidisciplinary trials, providing clinical, operational and regulatory support across the full trial lifecycle. CRU coordinates participant visits, product management, laboratory services and biospecimen collection.
Partnerships and Affiliated Centres of Excellence
Clinical research at VCH is aligned with British Columbia’s Life Sciences and Biomanufacturing Strategy and strengthened through partnerships across the provincial health, academic and research ecosystem.
Ready to Conduct a Trial At VCHRI?
Connect with us to explore how our clinical trial expertise and capabilities can support your next study. Our team can help connect you with investigators and specialized clinical programs, identify the right setting for your trial and explore opportunities for collaboration.
