Genome Canada funding announcementGenome Canada is seeking proposals for large-scale research projects which focus on the application of genomics research such that there is a high potential for benefits for Canada (with an emphasis on economic benefits) to be realized or initiated before the end of the project. Proposals targeting the areas of forestry and/or the environment are particularly encouraged to apply. Proposals impacting one or more of Genome Canada’s other strategic sectors (agriculture, fisheries and human health) are also eligible to apply through a multi-sector component of the competition. All applicants must identify and address key ethical, economic, environmental, legal and/or social aspects relevant to the genomics research (GE³LS) being proposed as part of the overall research plan. GE³LS proposals are also eligible to be submitted as large-scale projects.
Proposals must be of a scale and scope that they cannot readily be funded at internationally competitive levels through other mechanisms. In order to maximize the effectiveness of Genome Canada to advance genomics research in Canada the sharing of resources and expertise between regional Genome Centres is encouraged. Large-scale projects from one regional Genome Centre may require the Science and Technology Innovation Centres (formerly S&T Platforms) available in other regional Genome Centres. Similarly, researchers from across Canada, and from other countries, may collaborate on large-scale projects in order to share technology, knowledge, expertise or resources. Genome Canada strongly encourages and supports such arrangements, where appropriate.
To ensure that the objectives of Genome Canada are met, all applications must address the evaluation criteria established for the competition, i.e., scientific, financial, management and benefits for Canada. Only those proposals demonstrating the highest degree of overall excellence will be funded.
The full program is outlined in our current funding competitions section.
The timelines for the Competition process are short, with Registration due to Genome BC no later than June 15.
However, we encourage those considering applying contact Genome BC as soon as possible through John Barclay (telephone: 604-637-4381; jbarclay@genomebc.ca), who will be the coordinator for this Competition and ensure you are put into contact with all the right people to assist with your application.
Pre-applications are due to Genome BC no later than July 15 and to Genome Canada no later than August 9.
