Research Service Fees 2024

Research service fees* are structured for member, non-member and non-university users.

Member: 

  • Clients affiliated with our member universities (UVic, UAlberta, UCalgary, UBC, SFU).

Non-member:

  • Clients affiliated with non-member universities.

Non-university:

  • Clients that are not associated with university research or education (e.g., government, not-for-profit, corporate).

NON-UNIVERSITY RATES

HousingDayWeekMonth
Dormitory/Lodge - single shared - per person$70.00--
Dormitory/Lodge - private room - per person$105.00--
Cabin - Shared - per person$80.00$392.00$1200.00
Cabin - Private room in shared cabin - per person$120.00$588.00$1800.00
Two Bedroom Cabin$200.00$980.00$3000.00
Three Bedroom Cabin$300.00$1470.00$4500.00
Four Bedroom Cabin$400.00$1960.00$6000.00
Linens (one time fee, per person)includedincludedincluded
Research Services (space and user fees)DayWeekMonth6 MonthsYear
Lab Fee (per individual)$72.00$432.00$1080.00Call for quoteCall for quote
Non-Lab Fee (per individual)$32.00$192.00$480.00
***Facility Fee (per any individual not covered under lab/non-lab fees above)$16.00$96.00$240.00
Labour Rates (hourly)
Research COOP or Intern$30.00/hr
Animal Care Technician$45.00/hr
BMSC Research Technician$45.00/hr
Boat Operator$45.00/hr
Diver$45.00/hr
General Labour$45.00/hr
Plumbing$60.00/hr
Electrical$100.00/hr
Veterinary Fees$150.00/hr
Excavator / Operator$195.00/hr
Scientific Diving
BMSC Collection Dives (with BMSC Divers)call for a quote
BMSC Dive Services (with BMSC Divers and/or researcher divers)call for a quote
Emergency Oxygen Trainingcall for a quote
Initial BMSC Diving Authorization call for a quote
BMSC Authorization for Qualified Scientific Divercall for a quote
*Boats & motors (gas included)
14’ boat$50.00/hr
16’ boat$60.00/hr
Raider (includes operator)$100.00/hr
Single engine skiff (includes operator)$110.00/hr
Twin engine skiff (includes operator)$130.00/hr
Stickleback skiff (includes operator)$150.00/hr
M/V ALTA (including operators)$275.00/hr
M/W BARKLEY STAR (including operators)$350.00/hr
ROV (plus BARKLEY STAR charges)$450.00/hr
Boat moorage$5/day; $25/wk; $75/month
Boat launching and removal$50.00 per trip
Blocking boats in storage yard$75/hr (requires 2 staff + equipment)
Boat Storage$75.00/yr
Motor Storage$50.00/yr
Boat checkout (BMSC students exempt)$50.00BMSC vessel specific training for inexperienced users
*non-university billing is 4 hour minimum
Equipment
Equipment storage unit$100.00/month
Freezer Fee (per shelf)$20.00/month
Post-departure cleanup fee**variable
Scintillation Counter fee$3.00
Organic waste disposal fees (per kg) Call for a quote
Chemical disposal fees (per L) Call for a quote
Experimental gas processing fee$100.00/tankCovers ordering, transport to and from BMSC via Lady Rose, receipt and delivery to lab as well as return. Tank cost and rental fees are additional and are paid directly to Linde by research groups.

*All the rates are in Canadian dollars and are subjected to GST. All rates are subject to change.

**Post-departure cleanup fees will be invoiced to Researchers based on staffing and time required. To avoid being charged cleanup fees, Researchers are encouraged to make sure research areas, and research and personal equipment are cleaned and stored prior to departure.

*** Your daily facility use fee covers a comprehensive range of amenities and services essential for your research endeavors here at our marine sciences facility. This nominal fee ensures access to a plethora of resources, including but not limited to:

  • program coordination and administration,
  • complimentary coffee and muffin services,
  • use of row boats and life jackets for personal exploration,
  • access to a fully-equipped maintenance shop and tools,
  • utilization of common work areas and our extensive library,
  • dive lockers and showers,
  • BMSC Dock Access,
  • essential field equipment,
  • groundskeeping and parking facilities,
  • WiFi access across campus,
  • Electricity supply and backup generator for uninterrupted operations,
  • comprehensive insurance coverage for our operations,
  • fully-stocked first aid supplies and equipment including AEDs, Epi-Pens and on-site first aid attendant,
  • availability of VHF radios for communication,
  • restroom facilities across campus, and
  • diligent maintenance and upkeep of all common spaces and resources.

This fee is necessary to sustainably provide these vital services, ensuring a conducive environment for your research pursuits while covering operational expenses and investments in maintaining our facilities at the highest standards. We believe this nominal fee represents exceptional value for the breadth and quality of amenities and support services offered, facilitating a productive and enjoyable research experience during your time here.

MEMBER RATES

HousingDayWeekMonth
Dormitory/Lodge - single shared - per person$28.00--
Dormitory/Lodge - private room - per person$42.00--
Cabin - Shared - per person$32.00$156.80$480.00
Cabin - Private room in shared cabin - per person$48.00$235.20$720.00
Two Bedroom Cabin$80.00$392.00$1200.00
Three Bedroom Cabin$120.00$588.00$1800.00
Four Bedroom Cabin$160.00$784.00$2400.00
Linens (one time fee, per person)$25.00$25.00$25.00
Research Services (space and user fees)DayWeekMonth6 MonthsYear
Lab Fee (per individual)$24.00$144.00$360.00$1533.00$2190.00
Non-Lab Fee (per individual)$16.00$96.00$240.00
***Facility Fee (per any individual not covered under lab/non-lab fees above)$8.00$48.00$120.00
Labour Rates (hourly)
Research COOP or Intern$20.00/hr
Animal Care Technician$35.00/hr
BMSC Research Technician$35.00/hr
Boat Operator$35.00/hr
Diver$35.00/hr
General Labour$35.00/hr
Scientific Diving
BMSC Collection Dives (BMSC Divers)call for a quote
BMSC Dive Services (BMSC diver(s) and/or researcher(s) divers)call for a quote
Emergency Oxygen Trainingcall for a quote
Initial BMSC Diving Authorization call for a quote
BMSC Authorization for Qualified Scientific Divercall for a quote
*Boats & motors (gas included)
14’ boat$20.00/hr
16’ boat$25.00/hr
Raider (includes operator)$45.00/hr
Single engine skiff (includes operator)$50.00/hr
Twin engine skiff (includes operator)$60.00/hr
Stickleback skiff (includes operator)$70.00/hr
M/V ALTA (including operators)$150.00/hr
M/W BARKLEY STAR (including operators)$200.00/hr
ROV (plus BARKLEY STAR charges)$300.00/hr
Boat moorage$5/day; $25/wk; $75/month
Boat launching and removal$50.00 per trip
Blocking boats in storage yard$75/hr (requires 2 staff + equipment)
Boat Storage$75.00/yr
Motor Storage$50.00/yr
Boat checkout (BMSC students exempt)$50.00BMSC vessel specific training for inexperienced users
*1 hr min., 1/4 hr increment thereafter
Equipment
Equipment storage unit$50.00/month
Freezer Fee (per shelf)$10.00/month
Post-departure cleanup fee**variable
Scintillation Counter fee$1.50
Organic waste disposal fees (per kg) Call for a quote
Chemical waste disposal fees (per kg)Call for a quote
Experimental gas processing fee$100.00/tankCovers ordering, transport to and from BMSC via Lady Rose, receipt and delivery to lab as well as return. Tank cost and rental fees are additional and are paid directly to Linde by research groups.

*All the rates are in Canadian dollars and are subjected to GST. All rates are subject to change.

**Post-departure cleanup fees will be invoiced to Researchers based on staffing and time required. To avoid being charged cleanup fees, Researchers are encouraged to make sure research areas, and research and personal equipment are cleaned and stored prior to departure.

*** Your daily facility use fee covers a comprehensive range of amenities and services essential for your research endeavors here at our marine sciences facility. This nominal fee ensures access to a plethora of resources, including but not limited to:

  • program coordination and administration,
  • complimentary coffee and muffin services,
  • use of row boats and life jackets for personal exploration,
  • access to a fully-equipped maintenance shop and tools,
  • utilization of common work areas and our extensive library,
  • dive lockers and showers,
  • BMSC Dock Access,
  • essential field equipment,
  • groundskeeping and parking facilities,
  • WiFi access across campus,
  • Electricity supply and backup generator for uninterrupted operations,
  • comprehensive insurance coverage for our operations,
  • fully-stocked first aid supplies and equipment including AEDs, Epi-Pens and on-site first aid attendant,
  • availability of VHF radios for communication,
  • restroom facilities across campus, and
  • diligent maintenance and upkeep of all common spaces and resources.

This fee is necessary to sustainably provide these vital services, ensuring a conducive environment for your research pursuits while covering operational expenses and investments in maintaining our facilities at the highest standards. We believe this nominal fee represents exceptional value for the breadth and quality of amenities and support services offered, facilitating a productive and enjoyable research experience during your time here.

NON-MEMBER RATES

HousingDayWeekMonth
Dormitory/Lodge - single shared - per person$42.00--
Dormitory/Lodge - private room - per person$63.00--
Cabin - Shared - per person$48.00$235.00$720.00
Cabin - Private room in shared cabin - per person$72.00$352.80$1080.00
Two Bedroom Cabin$120.00$588.00$1800.00
Three Bedroom Cabin$180.00$882.00$2700.00
Four Bedroom Cabin$240.00$1176.00$3600.00
Linens (one time fee, per person)$25.00$25.00$25.00
Research Services (space and user fees)DayWeekMonth6 MonthsYear
Lab Fee (per individual)$36.00$216.00$540.00$2299.50$3285.00
Non-Lab Fee (per individual)$24.00144.00$360.00
***Facility Fee (per any individual not covered under lab/non-lab fees above)$12.00$72.00$180.00
Labour Rates (hourly)
Research COOP or Intern$25.00/hr
Animal Care Technician$40.00/hr
BMSC Research Technician$40.00/hr
Boat Operator$40.00/hr
Diver$40.00/hr
General Labour$40.00/hr
Scientific Diving
BMSC Collection Dives (BMSC Divers)call for a quote
BMSC Dive Services (BMSC diver(s) and/or researcher(s) divers)call for a quote
Emergency Oxygen Trainingcall for a quote
Initial BMSC Diving Authorization call for a quote
BMSC Authorization for Qualified Scientific Divercall for a quote
*Boats & motors (gas included)
14’ boat$30.00/hr
16’ boat$35.00/hr
Raider (includes operator)$55.00/hr
Single engine skiff (includes operator)$60.00/hr
Twin engine skiff (includes operator)$70.00/hr
Stickleback skiff (includes operator)$80.00/hr
M/V ALTA (including operators)$200.00/hr
M/W BARKLEY STAR (including operators)$275.00/hr
ROV (plus BARKLEY STAR charges)$375.00/hr
Boat moorage$5/day; $25/wk; $75/month
Boat launching and removal$50.00 per trip
Blocking boats in storage yard$75/hr (requires 2 staff + equipment)
Boat Storage$75.00/yr
Motor Storage$50.00/yr
Boat checkout (BMSC students exempt)$50.00BMSC vessel specific training for inexperienced users
*1 hr min., 1/4 hr increment thereafter
Equipment
Equipment storage unit$75.00/month
Freezer Fee (per shelf)$15.00/month
Post-departure cleanup fee**variable
Scintillation Counter fee$2.25
Organic waste disposal fees (per kg) Call for a quote
Chemical waste disposal fees (per L)Call for a quote
Experimental gas processing fee$100.00/tankCovers ordering, transport to and from BMSC via Lady Rose, receipt and delivery to lab as well as return. Tank cost and rental fees are additional and are paid directly to Linde by research groups.

*All the rates are in Canadian dollars and are subjected to GST. All rates are subject to change.

**Post-departure cleanup fees will be invoiced to Researchers based on staffing and time required. To avoid being charged cleanup fees, Researchers are encouraged to make sure research areas, and research and personal equipment are cleaned and stored prior to departure.

*** Your daily facility use fee covers a comprehensive range of amenities and services essential for your research endeavors here at our marine sciences facility. This nominal fee ensures access to a plethora of resources, including but not limited to:

  • program coordination and administration,
  • complimentary coffee and muffin services,
  • use of row boats and life jackets for personal exploration,
  • access to a fully-equipped maintenance shop and tools,
  • utilization of common work areas and our extensive library,
  • dive lockers and showers,
  • BMSC Dock Access,
  • essential field equipment,
  • groundskeeping and parking facilities,
  • WiFi access across campus,
  • Electricity supply and backup generator for uninterrupted operations,
  • comprehensive insurance coverage for our operations,
  • fully-stocked first aid supplies and equipment including AEDs, Epi-Pens and on-site first aid attendant,
  • availability of VHF radios for communication,
  • restroom facilities across campus, and
  • diligent maintenance and upkeep of all common spaces and resources.

This fee is necessary to sustainably provide these vital services, ensuring a conducive environment for your research pursuits while covering operational expenses and investments in maintaining our facilities at the highest standards. We believe this nominal fee represents exceptional value for the breadth and quality of amenities and support services offered, facilitating a productive and enjoyable research experience during your time here.