Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada · Contribution program
Science and Research Sector
The objectives of the contribution to Genome Canada are to:-Respond to societal needs by generating genomics discoveries and accelerating their translation into applications;-Attract investment in genomics research from a broad range of stakeholders, in particular the private sector;-Enhance the impact of genomics by transforming knowledge of the ethical, environmental, economic, legal and social challenges and opportunities into sound policies and practices; and-Enhance the recognition of the value of genomics by increasing stakeholder appreciation of genome science, its applications and its implications.
- Total value
- $150M
- Agreements
- 2
- Apr 2007 to Apr 2008
- Median agreement
- $75M
- Typical range
- $62.5M–$87.5M
- the middle half of agreements
Federal grants and contributions, agreements starting Jan 2006 to Oct 2026, each counted once at its latest amended value. Source: Treasury Board proactive disclosure, published October 11, 2026.
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Who got it
Organizations with the most funding under this program.
| Recipient | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Genome Canada | 1 | $100M |
| Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics | 1 | $50M |
By year
Agreements by the year they started.
| Year | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | $50M |
| 2008 | 1 | $100M |
By province
| Province or territory | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 2 | $150M |
By type of recipient
As the department classified the recipient.
| Recipient type | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| For-profit organizations | 1 | $100M |
| Academia | 1 | $50M |
Industries funded
Where the department recorded an industry code (NAICS). Most agreements have none.
| Industry group | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific research and development services | 2 | $150M |
Latest agreements
| Start | Recipient | What for | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2008 | Genome Canada | Contribution | $100,000,000 |
| Apr 2007 | Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics | Contribution | $50,000,000 |