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Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program
Funds genomics research addressing strategic challenges in key BC sectors
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000 - $ 500,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Genome British Columbia Sector Innovation Program provides up to $500,000 per project to support strategically important genomics research that addresses the needs and challenges of key sectors in BC’s economy and society. Eligible activities include research projects that employ genomics and related disciplines, within budgets of $250,000 to $500,000 over 24 to 36 months, aligned with the specific strategic focus of each intake.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
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
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Genomics research projects that address the specific strategic focus identified for the current Sector Innovation Program intake.
- Applied genomics initiatives designed to tackle defined needs or challenges in key sectors of British Columbia’s economy or society.
- Interdisciplinary genomics projects that bring together experts from different fields (e.g., climate science, genetics, public health) to address sector-wide issues.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Post-secondary educational institutions and their affiliated hospitals or research institutes in British Columbia
- Regional health authorities in British Columbia
- BC-based laboratories of federal government departments or agencies
- Non-governmental, not-for-profit organizations in British Columbia with a research or knowledge translation mandate (including community or charitable organizations)
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations and institutions based in British Columbia.
Additional information
- Each intake of the Sector Innovation Program has its own strategic focus, and applications are only accepted for projects that match that specific focus.
- The definition of genomics for this program explicitly includes related disciplines such as bioinformatics, epigenomics, metabolomics, metagenomics, proteomics and transcriptomics.
- A dedicated Intake Information Sheet provides intake-specific focus details, parameters and any additional eligibility-related requirements.
- Genome BC highlights interdisciplinary collaborations (e.g., involving climate scientists, geneticists, public health experts and community members) as a strength in the assessment of applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation 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.
What is the Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program?
The Genome British Columbia Sector Innovation Program provides up to $500,000 per project to support strategically important genomics research that addresses the needs and challenges of key sectors in BC’s economy and society. Eligible activities include research projects that employ genomics and related disciplines, within budgets of $250,000 to $500,000 over 24 to 36 months, aligned with the specific strategic focus of each intake.
How much funding can be received?
Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program program?
To be eligible for the Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program program, you must:
Project Leader must be employed or appointed at an eligible BC institution (post-secondary, affiliated hospital/research institute, regional health authority, BC-based federal lab, or eligible non-profit with research/knowledge translation mandate).
Organization’s project must align with the Sector Innovation Program objectives and the specific strategic focus and parameters of the intake.
Applicant organization must ensure any existing Genome BC project reporting and administrative requirements are up to date.
What expenses are eligible under Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program?
Genomics research projects that address the specific strategic focus identified for the current Sector Innovation Program intake.
Applied genomics initiatives designed to tackle defined needs or challenges in key sectors of British Columbia’s economy or society.
Interdisciplinary genomics projects that bring together experts from different fields (e.g., climate science, genetics, public health) to address sector-wide issues.
Who can I contact for more information about the Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program?
You can contact Genome British Columbia by email at sip@genomebc.ca.
Where is the Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program available?
The Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program is a Grant and Funding
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