2019 | Genome Canada

Notice of Upcoming Funding Opportunity: 2020 Large-Scale Applied Research Project Competition: Genomic Solutions for Natural Resources and the Environment

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Genome Canada is pleased to advise the research community of an upcoming funding opportunity – the 2020 Large-Scale Applied Research Project Competition: Genomic Solutions for Natural Resources and the Environment. This Competition is anticipated to be formally launched in January 2020 with detailed guidelines and application forms available at that time. Genome Canada is in discussion with other organizations as potential partners for this competition.

Government of Canada makes major investment in genomics research

Tuesday, July 23, 2019

Funding supports regional Genome Centres, more than 300 genomics researchers

Genomics research is driving innovation across fields such as health, forestry, agriculture, fisheries and energy, leading to major developments to our economy while improving Canadians’ health and environment.

Genome Canada welcomes new Chair to Board of Directors

Friday, June 28, 2019

Genome Canada is pleased to announce that Dr. Elizabeth Douville has been appointed as Chair of the Board of Directors.

Genome Canada congratulates Dr. Bartha Knoppers, recipient of 2019 Friesen Prize

Thursday, March 28, 2019

Genome Canada is delighted to extend its sincere congratulations to Dr. Bartha Knoppers for being awarded the 2019 Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research. The prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions to leadership in health research — we cannot think of a more deserving recipient.

Genome Canada receives five-year, $100.5 million commitment from Government of Canada

Tuesday, March 19, 2019

The renewed support from the Government of Canada will strengthen Genome Canada’s network of leading genomics researchers

Major investment in genomics research will improve the lives of Canadians

Monday, February 4, 2019

More than $22 million to support genomics projects between researchers and innovators

Canada is a world leader in genomics research, producing dramatic breakthroughs in science, and transforming our understanding of the world around us. The results of this research are being used to tackle important challenges and develop innovative solutions, not just in human health, but across diverse sectors of the economy.

Breast Cancer - Researchers develop the most accurate risk-prediction model to date

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

A simple saliva test could help to gauge, with unprecedented accuracy, a woman's risk of developing breast cancer during her lifetime, according to an international study published today involving researchers from Université Laval and the CHU de Québec-Université Laval Research Center.