Vision

The vision of Genome Canada is to position Canada as a world leader in genomics and proteomics research.

Mission

The mandate of Genome Canada is to develop and implement a national strategy in genomics and proteomics research for the benefit of all Canadians in key selected areas such as agriculture, environment, fisheries, forestry, health and new technology development.

Objectives

1. the development and establishment of a coordinated strategy for genomics research to enable Canada to become a world leader in areas such as health, agriculture, environment, forestry and fisheries;

2. the provision of leading-edge technology to researchers in all genomics related fields through regional Genome Centres across Canada;

3. the support of large-scale projects of strategic importance to Canada, which are beyond current capacities by bringing together industry, government, universities, research hospitals and the public;

4. the assumption of leadership in the area of ethical, environmental, economic, legal, social and other issues related to genomics research (GE³LS) and, the communication of the relative risks, rewards and successes of genomics to the Canadian public; and

5. the encouragement of investment by others in the field of genomics research.