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Resources for our Business Community at Western Research Parks

From the moment you bring your business into Western Research Parks, your business can tap into wealth of resources, events, support and advice.

It’s all part of our unique and valuable business support program, giving your business unique opportunities to grow as part of our exceptional business community.

Read on, or email sdardarian@westernresearchparks.ca for more information.

It’s all on the app

Our Western Research Parks Tenant Experience Platform (aka, the app!) is your one-stop shop for everything Parks-related. All of our business resources, park information, perks, and amenities are integrated into one space – just for you.

Use the app to:

  • Book rooms
  • Request services
  • Register for events
  • Network with other businesses
  • Keep up to date with the latest news

Download the Western Research Parks app today

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Complimentary room and spaces rentals

All our business community enjoy unparalleled access to onsite meeting rooms, and shared spaces, all bookable through the app. Our meeting rooms offer a professional environment for client meetings, team brainstorms, new staff training and more.

Your business can also enjoy complimentary bookings (1) at our dedicated events space, the Connector Suites.

  • Three complimentary events per year for businesses based at Western Research Parks
  • One complimentary event for academic, corporate, community partners and affiliates
  • Potential hire of the atrium and patio areas with room bookings (1)

(1) T&Cs apply. See our Connector Suites page for more information and pricing.

Offering state of the art

Featured Property

Wet Lab Suite 148
Building Location: Convergence Centre

Set your research team up for success in Suite 148, a spacious lab in the Convergence Centre at Western Discovery Park. Purpose-built to support advanced scientific work, this main-floor suite includes three fume hoods — one located in a separate enclosed room — plus a dedicated office, ample built-in storage, and generous natural light.
The large open lab area features three double-sided lab benches (six workstations total), ceiling-mounted retractable power, and drying racks for glassware, making it ideal for teams in chemistry, biotech, pharmaceutical, or materials science fields.

Its private office is furnished with a desk and can be used for admin or confidential work, while the built-in cabinetry and counters throughout offer excellent functionality and organization. Large windows (seven in total) fill the space with light, creating an energizing workspace in a collaborative innovation environment.

Located in a LEED® Gold-certified, eco-friendly building with high-efficiency systems, Suite 148 combines top-tier lab infrastructure with modern sustainability in a collaborative research park.

• Spacious lab with approximately 2034 sq. ft. of usable space
• Three fume hoods, including one in an enclosed room for specialized use
• Three double-sided lab benches (six total stations) plus counters and storage
• Ceiling-mounted retractable power connections (9 total)
• Sink and glassware drying racks
• Dedicated furnished office space
• Generous built-in storage throughout
• Seven large windows offering abundant natural light
• Ground-floor location with 24/7 access
• Shared access to kitchenette; steps from Black Walnut Bakery Café
• Located in a thriving innovation park
• LEED® Gold-certified “green” building with high-efficiency systems
• Short- or long-term lease options available
• Flexible rental terms
• Free onsite parking

Social and networking events

We’re a very social and supportive community here at Wester Research Parks. So, we organise regular events to encourage businesses to meet each other, network, make new friends and discover how we all might help each other develop and grow our businesses. Most business and social events are free – just book/reserve your place via the app and come along! Keep in the loop and join our mailing list for details on upcoming events.

Regular networking and business events include:

  • The Connector Sessions

    Community networking and to showcase engaging speakers, either virtual or in person. The series aims to provide valuable and engaging content that drives our community’s innovation and economic development forward. The Connector Sessions are sponsored by LEDC (London Economic Development Corporation).

    Includes: keynote speaker and (for in person events) tasty lunch by our own onsite Black Walnut Bakery Café.

  • Hosted office hours at Discovery Landing

    Boost your business skills with experts from the London business ecosystem as they share their knowledge and experience at our hosted office hours. Any of our business community can drop in or schedule time to ask questions.

    See our Discovery Landing page for more details

  • Free art exhibitions by the London Community Artists

    A free, rotating exhibition showcasing the exceptional talent of local artists and their captivating work. Works may also be purchased for your office space or home.

    Details: Weekdays at the Convergence Centre (999 Collip Circle) at Western Discovery Park.

  • Social events

    Join in with relaxed social events throughout the year including our End of the Year/Winter Celebration, Business Appreciation Summer Food Trucks (2 per year), and International Women’s Day Celebration. For more details, contact the Western Research Parks Social Committee by emailing sdardarian@westernresearchparks.ca

Western Research Park Events

Keep ahead of the competition with insightful talks, seminars, and exclusive events, all part of our unique business community support program. Learn from inspirational thought leaders, international business figures, and our own exceptionally talented community members. Plus, networking opportunities and relaxing social events in our shared spaces and events venue.

Downloads and brochures

Quarterly Newsletter

Follow the links below to download further information, including:

Group of Startups

Western Research Parks

999 Collip Circle
London, ON
Canada
N6G 0J3

Available Spaces at Western Research Parks

  • 148 Convergence Centre, Western Research Parks

    Suite 148 in the Convergence Centre is a 2,034 sq ft light-filled lab with fume hoods, lab benches, dedicated office, and storage—ideal for research teams.

  • 152 Convergence Centre, Western Research Parks

    Suite 152 offers 326 sq ft of customizable dry lab space with window and loading dock access—perfect for light industrial or technical work.

  • 156 Convergence Centre, Western Research Parks

    Suite 156 at the Convergence Centre is a bright dry lab with benches, storage, and a dust hood—ideal for research, testing, or technical work.

  • 159 Convergence Centre, Western Research Parks

    Suite 159 in the Convergence Centre offers a spacious 2,612 sq ft open industrial lab ready to be customized for your research workflow.

  • 149 Convergence Centre, Western Research Parks

    Suite 149 offers 302 sq ft of dry lab space with a built-in bench, separate exhaust room, and ceiling-mounted exhaust—ideal for light industrial or technical work.

  • 146 Convergence Centre, Western Research Parks

    Suite 146 in the Convergence Centre is a flexible, 226 sq ft dry lab or industrial space with utility hookups, ideal for science-based companies or light industrial use.

  • Western Research Park Convergence Centre

    Research & Development Space at Convergence Centre, Western Discovery Park

    This 23,088 sq ft space in the Convergence Centre offers a blend of office and wet lab facilities, designed for innovation across various industries.

  • 240 Mogenson Centre, Western Discovery Park

    Grow your startup in Suite 240 at the Mogenson Centre—1205 sq ft with private offices, conference room, and natural light on the second floor.

  • Wet Lab Interior

    Convergence Lab, Western Discovery Park

    Convergence Lab offers 1,600 sq ft of flexible wet lab space, ideal for startups with subsidized rates and shared facilities for proof-of-concept projects.

  • Discovery Park Single Office Interior

    Single Offices in Western Discovery Park

    Find single offices at Western Discovery Park, ranging from 50 to 150 sq ft, thoughtfully designed to suit individual business needs.

  • 120 Stiller Centre Interior

    120 Stiller Centre, Western Discovery Park

    Elevate your business in Suite 120, Stiller Centre—an adaptable large office suite designed for collaboration, featuring six private offices and shared amenities.

  • Photo of wash sink in Clean room Suite 115

    115/117 Stiller Centre, Western Discovery Park

    Small scale bio-processing and drug discovery, Stiller Centre—an adaptable clean room ready space close to shared services and free parking.

  • Discovery Landing Interior

    Discovery Landing, Western Discovery Park

    Explore flexible workspace options at Discovery Landing, offering co-working areas, modern meeting rooms, and expert-hosted office hours to support new and growing businesses.

  • Image of Stiller Center Suite 122 office

    122 Stiller Centre, Western Discovery Park

    Enhance productivity at Suite 122, Stiller Centre—a dedicated office within a wet lab building offering private offices, shared amenities, and a collaborative environment.

  • Leased – 225 Mogenson Centre, Western Discovery Park

    Enhance your business environment at Suite 225, Mogenson Centre—an inviting open-concept office featuring private offices, a spacious meeting room, and a kitchenette.