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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Genome Alberta

Genome Alberta is a not-for-profit organization that supports genomics research and innovation to address challenges in health, agriculture, energy, forestry, and the environment. Established in 2005, it collaborates with academic, government, and industry partners to fund and manage large-scale projects that deliver practical benefits to Albertans. The organization aims to translate advanced genomic science into real-world solutions that drive economic growth and improve quality of life across the province. View Genome Alberta's website for more information.

8 programs
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    Genomics Data Connect: Accelerating Agriculture Innovation

    Supports collaborative genomics and AI research using Alberta agricultural datasets
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
    Alberta, Canada
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    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) — Alberta

    Funding for genomics commercialization partnerships
    Eligible Funding
    From $300,000 to $2,000,000 · Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Alberta, Canada
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    Grant and FundingClosed

    Genomic Innovations: Energy and Environmental Solutions

    Genomics research for energy and environment
    Eligible Funding
    From $300,000 to $750,000
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Alberta, Canada
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    Indigenous Genomics Training and Capacity Program – Alberta

    Supports Indigenous-led genomics capacity building
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 400,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Alberta, Canada
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    Grant and FundingClosed

    Indigenous Genomics Training and Capacity Program – Ontario

    Indigenous genomics training and capacity support
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 400,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Ontario, Canada

About Genome Alberta

What is the mission of Genome Alberta?

Genome Alberta aims to advance genomics research and innovation in Alberta by connecting researchers, industry, and public-sector partners and by helping fund and manage collaborative projects. It seeks to translate genomics into practical benefits for Alberta and beyond.

What type of organization is Genome Alberta?

Genome Alberta is a Non-profit organization.

When was Genome Alberta founded?

Genome Alberta was founded in 2005.

What is Genome Alberta's official website?

Genome Alberta's official website is https://genomealberta.ca/.

What else should I know about Genome Alberta?

Role of Genome Alberta in the funding ecosystem

Genome Alberta is a not-for-profit research funding organization focused on genomics. Its site describes the organization as a convenor and catalyst that bridges academic knowledge with government and industry partners, while helping to initiate, fund, and manage genomics partnerships and research for Alberta.

The homepage and funding pages show that Genome Alberta supports challenge-driven work across multiple sectors, including precision health, agriculture and agri-food, environment and energy, forestry, and technology platforms. It presents funding opportunities intended to move genomics research into practical applications and to help de-risk innovation for researchers, industry partners, and public-sector or non-profit collaborators.

Supported audiences and funding themes

  • Researchers seeking support for proposal development, funding applications, and project management
  • Industry partners looking to leverage regional and federal funding for genomics-related R&D
  • Non-profit and public-sector organizations pursuing collaborative innovation projects

The site also references funded or enabled project portfolios and impact measures, including Alberta-led research investments, jobs created, and companies created. This indicates an organization that does more than provide general information: it actively channels funding into genomics projects and partnerships.

Transparency, governance, and accountability

Genome Alberta provides access to reports and publications, sector pages, and funding-related resources. It also points users to Genome Canada funding guidelines and related policies, suggesting a structured funding environment with defined program support and oversight.

Overall funding profile

Genome Alberta functions as a regional genomics funder and partnership catalyst, supporting projects that connect research, innovation, and commercialization pathways. Its portfolio spans health, food systems, environmental solutions, and data-driven technologies, with a strong emphasis on Alberta-led and Alberta-benefiting outcomes.