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Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program?

You can contact Genome British Columbia by email at genesolve@genomebc.ca.

Q: Where is the Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program available?

The Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program program is available the province of British Columbia.

Q: Is the Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program?

Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program is funded by Genome British Columbia

Last Update: March 3, 2026

BC, Canada

Supports genomics research to solve sector challenges in British Columbia

Grant and Funding

Genome British Columbia

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Develop strategic partnerships

Develop a new product

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Utilities
Professional, scientific and technical services
Health care and social assistance

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Overview

The GeneSolve Program from Genome British Columbia provides up to $250,000 per project to co-fund applied and translational genomics research that addresses sector challenges in BC. It supports activities that apply or advance genomics to deliver practical solutions and socio-economic benefits in sectors such as health, forestry, agriculture and agrifood, fisheries and aquaculture, mining, energy and the environment.

How to apply

Define project and partners

Identify a relevant sector challenge whose solution requires or advances genomics and would bring socio-economic benefits to BC
Engage a Sector Partner willing to co-fund at least 50% of the project and an eligible Academic Partner based in BC
Confirm that the Academic Partner meets institutional and appointment eligibility criteria
Clarify any actual or perceived conflicts of interest between the Academic and Sector Partners

Secure commitments and documents

Obtain from the Sector Partner a letter of commitment confirming at least 50 % co-funding for the project
Gather supporting financial documents from the Sector Partner demonstrating their funding contribution
Ensure both partners agree to Genome BC’s data sharing, data release and intellectual property policies

Confirm intake details with Genome BC

Contact Genome BC at genesolve@genomebc.ca to obtain general program information and confirm timelines for the next intake
Connect with and begin working alongside a Genome BC Research & Innovation Manager as required
Review the GeneSolve Program Guidelines (PDF) and any applicant guides provided

Set up Proposal Central account

Create an account on Proposal Central, Genome BC’s online system for submitting GeneSolve applications
Familiarize yourself with the Proposal Central interface and the Applicant’s Guide, if available
Ensure all team members who need access are registered and linked to the application as required

Submit Expression of Interest

Prepare the required information and documents to complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) for Intake 7
Submit the EOI through Proposal Central by November 28, 2025, before 2 p.m. PST
Verify that the EOI submission is complete and correctly transmitted in the system

Receive EOI eligibility decision

Wait for notification from Genome BC confirming EOI eligibility and, if applicable, invitation to submit a full application
Review any feedback or conditions provided with the EOI eligibility notification

Submit full application and budget

Prepare the full application and detailed budget in Proposal Central, following GeneSolve Program Guidelines
Ensure the project budget respects the minimum total budget of $100,000 and the matching requirements
Submit the completed application and budget to Genome BC by February 5, 2026, before 2 p.m. PST

Receive written reviews

Await written peer reviews of the application, which will be sent by February 24, 2026
Review the feedback and the provided template for preparing your response to the reviews

Submit response to reviews

Draft a detailed response to the written reviews using the template supplied by Genome BC
Address all reviewer comments and clarify or update application elements as needed
Submit the team’s response to reviews to Genome BC by March 9, 2026

Await final funding decision

Wait for Genome BC’s final funding decision following review of the application and responses
Receive notification of results scheduled for June 10, 2026

Contacts

genesolve@genomebc.ca

BC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.