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Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition

Q: How much funding can be received?

Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition Funds up to 250000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was November 27, 2024.

Q: Is the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition?

Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition is funded by Genome British Columbia

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition?

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

Q: Where is the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition available?

The Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition program is available the province of British Columbia.

Last Update: December 11, 2025

BC, Canada

Funds qualitative research on societal issues of genomics in health

Grant and Funding

Genome British Columbia

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 250,000 $

Timeline

Open Date : October 22, 2024
Closing date : November 27, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Public or Parapublic institution

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Canadians

Overview

Genome British Columbia’s Societal Issues Competition (SOC4) provides up to $250,000 per project to support stand‑alone research on societal issues arising from genomics-based innovations, specifically challenges in the use or accessibility of genomic tests in the health sector. Eligible activities include qualitative or mixed-methods research that explores the problem, assesses potential countermeasures, and develops and pilots implementation plans within a structured project timeline of up to 24 months.

Activities funded

Research projects that identify and analyze societal issues arising from genomics-based innovations.
Studies on public perspectives and acceptance of genomics applications in specific sectors (e.g., health).
Projects that develop and assess practices or policies to support appropriate uptake of genomics-based applications.
Initiatives that determine when the adoption of particular genomics applications would not be appropriate in the health sector.
Research that examines cross-cutting societal themes related to the use and accessibility of genomic tests in health care.

Eligibility

The project must be led by an academic researcher based at a British Columbia university, college, the BC Institute of Technology, a government facility, or another BC-based research or health institution.
The project team must include members with expertise in qualitative and/or mixed-methods research relevant to the proposed work.
The project team must include at least one end-user partner, supported by a letter of support.
The project must address a challenge related to the use or accessibility of a genomic test in the health sector.
The project must incorporate qualitative research methods and clearly outline research phases within the specified percentage ranges for each phase.

Who is eligible?

Universities in British Columbia
Colleges in British Columbia
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
BC-based government research facilities
Other BC-based research or health institutions

Eligible geographic areas

Academic and research institutions located in British Columbia, Canada.

How to apply

Review eligibility and program details

Review the SOC4 Request for Applications and program overview on Genome BC’s website
Confirm that your team and project meet all applicant and project eligibility criteria
Contact societalissues@genomebc.ca for general program information or to discuss eligibility questions

Prepare and submit SOI

Prepare a Statement of Interest (SOI) that outlines your research question
Ensure the SOI clearly shows how the project addresses the strategic focus of the current SOC intake
Submit the completed SOI by email to societalissues@genomebc.ca by the stated deadline

Await SOI decision

Wait for Genome BC to review your Statement of Interest
Receive notification of the SOI decision on the indicated date

Prepare full application and budget

If invited, complete the Full Application form describing the detailed research plan
Develop an accompanying project budget using the SOC4 Budget Template
Ensure the application reflects program parameters, including maximum funding and project duration

Submit full application

Submit the completed Full Application and budget by email to societalissues@genomebc.ca
Ensure submission is received by Genome BC before the application deadline and specified time

Await funding decision

Wait for Genome BC’s review of your full application
Receive notification of funding results on the published results date

Additional information

Each intake of the competition has its own specific strategic focus, and only projects aligned with that focus will be considered.
Genome BC has allocated a total investment of $500,000 to the SOC4 initiative.
The maximum duration for funded projects under SOC4 is 24 months.
Program documentation includes a Request for Applications, Statement of Interest form, Application Form and Budget Template, all provided as downloadable files.

Contacts

societalissues@genomebc.ca

BC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition. 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 — Societal Issues Competition?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition?

Research projects that identify and analyze societal issues arising from genomics-based innovations. Studies on public perspectives and acceptance of genomics applications in specific sectors (e.g., health). Projects that develop and assess practices or policies to support appropriate uptake of genomics-based applications. Initiatives that determine when the adoption of particular genomics applications would not be appropriate in the health sector. Research that examines cross-cutting societal themes related to the use and accessibility of genomic tests in health care.

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition?

Who is eligible for the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition program?

To be eligible for the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition program, you must: Project must be led by an academic researcher based at a BC university, college, BCIT, government facility or other BC-based research or health institution. Project team must include members with expertise in qualitative and/or mixed methods research. Project team must include an end-user partner, evidenced by a letter of support.