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New $30M genomics initiative is a first for Canada

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.

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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 20 years, delivering impact for Canadians across sectors and enabling researchers to chart the future of health, agriculture, natural resources and environmental sustainability.

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Research investment in 2021-22
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Generating solutions for Canada

Genome Canada announces two new members of the Board

Investing in building blocks for Canada’s natural resources and human health

Genomics enables life-altering support for transplant patients

Genomics leaning on citizen science for data gathering

Partnering to fund new and creative understandings of Canadian policy and practice

Mobilizing the power of genomics to tackle COVID-19

Get the latest on the Canadian COVID-19
Genomics Network (CanCOGeN)

Mobilizing the power of
genomics to tackle COVID-19

Get the latest on the Canadian COVID-19 Genomics Network (CanCOGeN)