Sequencing 100K genomes for more personalized, effective health care

Harnessing the transformative power of genomics

Genome Canada is working to improve lives, strengthen communities and drive economic growth through impact-focused investments in genomics research and innovation.

Our model

Genome Canada translates research into impact.

Through our national leadership and collaboration with the Canadian Genomics Enterprise—the pan-Canadian network of Genome Centres—and partners in the private, public, community and research sectors, we mobilize resources and diverse talent to generate solutions to today’s biggest challenges.

A leader for Canada’s genomics ecosystem

Driving Canada’s genomics revolution

Genome Canada has been driving Canada’s genomics revolution for more than 25 years, delivering impact for Canadians across sectors and enabling researchers to chart the future of health, agriculture, natural resources and environmental sustainability.

Total research investment since 2000
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Research investment in 2022-23
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Spinoff companies created
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Research team members supported
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Patents, licenses and inventions
generated by funded projects
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Generating solutions for Canada

Genomics, the Digitization of Biology, and Canada’s AI Opportunity

Canadian Genomics Strategy biotech investment tackles urgent health and industry challenges

Genome Canada Welcomes Dr. Bonnie Schmidt as New Chair of the Board of Directors

A decade of vision and impact: Celebrating Dr. Elizabeth Douville’s transformative tenure as Genome Canada Board Chair

Dr. Nadine Caron inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

Genome Canada invests in eDNA surveillance to safeguard health, environmental protection and Canadian industries

In memory of Dr. Henry Friesen, founding Board Chair of Genome Canada

Mobilizing the power of genomics to tackle COVID-19

Learn about the historic Canadian COVID-19
Genomics Network (CanCOGeN)

Mobilizing the power of
genomics to tackle COVID-19