Canadian customers

Proudly Canadian Since 2010

CSols Canada, Inc. was formed in 2010 to help Canadian labs select, deploy, enhance, and validate industry-leading, AI-ready laboratory informatics solutions. Since that time, we have assisted clients in the chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas, mining, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and food and beverage industries. With staff located across the country and bilingual capability, we understand the FAIR data needs of Canadian companies competing in the global market.  
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OUR SERVICES

Digital Lab Informatics and Data Management

All our services are available in Canada in both French and English. Our clients trust us to guide them toward data transformation, more accurate analytics and GxP compliance.

Data Transformation

CSols delivers comprehensive digital solutions that revolutionize business operations by integrating FAIR data with integrity, automating workflows intelligently and strategically aligning information architecture, creating a foundation for AI-driven insights and competitive advantage.

Strategic Consulting

From strategic roadmaps to validation, business analytics and program management, we help Canadian labs prepare for success at every step.

Advisory Services

We work with organizations to select the best-fit laboratory software, from investigational research through to product manufacturing.

Implementation

With decades of LIMS and ELN experience, CSols handles everything from configuration to upgrades, integration, and data migration—delivering projects right the first time.

Validation & Compliance

Our validation experts guide pharmaceutical and life sciences companies through Health Canada compliance, as well as FDA and global regulatory compliance for exporters.

Technologies

CSols works with most major lab informatics platforms. Visit our Tools and Platforms page to see the full list. 
INDUSTRIES WE SERVE

Lab Informatics Built for Canada’s Leading Industries

Every industry has its own data, compliance, and operational demands. CSols Canada pairs deep sector expertise with a local, bilingual team, so your lab informatics investment fits the way your industry actually works.

Life Sciences

Stay audit-ready with lab systems validated to Health Canada, FDA, and GxP standards.

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Oil & Gas/Energy/Petrochemical

Unify lab data across sites and modernize aging systems with confidence.

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Critical Minerals

Speed up assays and CoAs, and keep samples traceable from drill site to lab.

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WHY US?

The CSols Canada Difference

Our industry-leading expertise in laboratory informatics means that you can take advantage of global best practices and knowledge, married with an in-depth understanding of Canadian regulatory and business needs. 
With more than 15 years of experience in Canada, we understand its differences and how to leverage its capabilities and infrastructure for a competitive advantage in the global market.
Local Talent
Our consultants are based across Canada, providing on-site support and local expertise while avoiding operational risks tied to non-Canadian partners.
Our Sole Focus 
CSols Canada specializes exclusively in lab informatics and AI-ready lab data management, representing our core strength and deep expertise. 
Unparalleled Expertise
Our consultants possess a unique combination of technical, scientific and industry-specific knowledge, ensuring comprehensive support for successful project outcomes. 
A Standard of Excellence
We are committed to delivering exceptional service and achieving excellence in every engagement.
case studies

Impact In Action

Real examples of improving quality, accuracy and compliance.
Global Chemical Company
A Data Strategy Engagement for a Global Chemical Company
Biotechnology Company
Implementation of STARLIMS v21 with the Real World View Module for a Biotechnology Company
Chemical Company
SampleManager™ LIMS v21 Implementation for a Multinational Chemical Company
Life Sciences
BUSINESS SECTOR:
LIMS Selection at a Contract Research Organization
Guiding a CRO through software selection that aligned with technical and business needs.
Challenge:
Facing the need for a new LIMS to support three integrated lab groups with evolving client demands and CLIA compliance for one, a Canadian CRO struggled with a limited selection budget and staffing constraints to effectively engage stakeholders.
Solution:
CSols provided expert guidance by conducting thorough requirements gathering, developing process workflows and a URS, managing the RFP and vendor demonstration processes and recommending process optimizations, ultimately mitigating selection risks and laying the groundwork for future efficiency gains.
Life Sciences
BUSINESS SECTOR:
STARLIMS
A STARLIMS Implementation for a Canadian Pharmaceutical Contract Manufacturing Organization
CSols successfully helped a Canadian pharmaceutical manufacturer that had acquired new facilities implement and validate the new STARLIMS QM v12 system, overcoming challenges such as a cyberattack, language barriers, and a client team unfamiliar with the new software.
Challenge:
The project faced multiple challenges, including user inexperience with STARLIMS, a lack of dedicated client IT resources, high turnover among client staff, and a cyberattack that increased client anxiety about adopting new software.
Solution:
CSols used an agile approach, providing a dedicated team of project managers, business analysts, developers and validation consultants who worked closely with the client to implement and validate the new STARLIMS system while also offering extensive training to address user unfamiliarity and anxiety.
Chemical/Petrochemical
BUSINESS SECTOR:
SampleManager
SampleManager™ LIMS Implementation at a Canadian Oil Sands Company
CSols Canada partnered with Thermo Scientific to implement SampleManager LIMS v21.1 at four sites for a long-time oil and gas client, overcoming significant organizational and technical challenges to help standardize their systems and improve data security
Challenge:
A Canadian oil and gas producer needed to standardize four lab sites on a new LIMS after their previous system went unsupported, but faced significant hurdles including widespread user resistance to change and a major cybersecurity incident.
Solution:
The client received extensive organizational change management, on-the-fly technical support, and dedicated resources to overcome resistance and ensure a successful multi-site rollout.
Life Sciences
BUSINESS SECTOR:
STARLIMS
Implantation de STARLIMS pour une organisation canadienne de fabrication pharmaceutique sous contrat
CSols a aidé un fabricant pharmaceutique canadien ayant acquis de nouvelles installations à implanter et valider le système STARLIMS QM v12, surmontant des défis tels qu'une cyberattaque et des barrières linguistiques.
Challenge:
Inexpérience des utilisateurs avec STARLIMS, manque de ressources informatiques dédiées chez le client et roulement élevé du personnel, le tout dans un climat d'anxiété post-cyberattaque.
Solution:
CSols a utilisé une approche « Agile », fournissant une équipe dédiée de gestionnaires de projets, d'analystes d'affaires et de consultants en validation, tout en offrant une formation approfondie.
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Canadian Projects FAQs

How does CSols Canada, Inc. handle invoices and payments in Canada?

CSols Canada is registered in Saint John, NB. All invoices and payments are in CAD and clients are given our Canadian bank details. This simplifies the procurement process, as you are working with a local partner for contracts, billing and taxes.

How can labs meet (PIPEDA/PHIPA) data residency requirements with laboratory informatics?

We understand the importance of Canadian data sovereignty. We can help you design and implement informatics architectures that keep sensitive data within Canadian borders to meet provincial and federal privacy requirements.

Can you help us localize our LIMS or ELN interface for a bilingual workforce?

Yes, we have extensive experience configuring lab informatics platforms to support multilanguage interfaces and reporting, ensuring all team members can work effectively in their preferred language.

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Years of Premier Lab Informatics Experience
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Don't risk your important projects with uncertain offshore solutions; get started now with a local team that understands your needs and can ensure timely and secure execution.
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