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Genome Funding Opportunities
Funding for genomics research and innovation in BC
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,750,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Genome BC offers funding for genomics research and innovation projects in British Columbia. Programs support work from discovery to commercialization, including applied research, translation, and early-stage innovation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,750,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Genomics research focused on women’s health and wellbeing across the life course.
- Projects addressing female-specific conditions, higher-burden conditions in women, or sex- and gender-related impacts.
- Projects integrating a Genomics & Society research activity.
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent or Statement of Interest, where required.
- Full application form.
- Detailed research plan or project description.
- Project budget or budget template.
- Letter of support or commitment, where required.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- BC-based academic researchers.
- Researchers at BC post-secondary institutions, affiliated hospitals, or research institutes.
- Researchers at BC regional health authorities.
- Researchers at federal government laboratories or agencies in BC.
- Researchers at BC non-profit organizations with a research or knowledge translation mandate.
Who is not eligible
- Researchers at BC provincial government laboratories.
- Project leaders already leading an active project funded through the SIP program.
- Researchers listed as Project Leader on more than one proposal for the same intake.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits for project staff.
- Consumables, travel for research activities, and equipment service contracts.
- External services and contracts, including IP protection services.
- General and administrative costs directly linked to the project, within the allowed cap.
- Equipment purchases, with justification and quotes for larger items.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Indirect costs such as institutional overhead.
- The opportunity cost of using existing infrastructure.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by external reviewers using the program evaluation criteria.
- Genome BC conducts financial due diligence as part of the review process.
- Written reviews are provided to applicants after the full decision process.
- Successful applicants receive a Notice of Results with conditions to meet before project launch.
- Project progress updates are required during the funding period, and final report approval may affect fund release.
Additional information
- Genome BC funds genomics research across the discovery, application, and translation continuum.
- Programs may require collaborative research agreements and milestone-based delivery.
- Some opportunities use Proposal Central, while others must be submitted by email.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Genome Funding Opportunities Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Genome Funding Opportunities. 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 Funding Opportunities?
Genome BC offers funding for genomics research and innovation projects in British Columbia. Programs support work from discovery to commercialization, including applied research, translation, and early-stage innovation.
How much funding can be received?
Genome Funding Opportunities Funds up to $1,750,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Genome Funding Opportunities program?
To be eligible for the Genome Funding Opportunities program, you must:
Project must match program focus.
Genomics-based approach required.
Applicant must meet program-specific rules.
What expenses are eligible under Genome Funding Opportunities?
Genomics research focused on women’s health and wellbeing across the life course.
Projects addressing female-specific conditions, higher-burden conditions in women, or sex- and gender-related impacts.
Projects integrating a Genomics & Society research activity.
Who can I contact for more information about the Genome Funding Opportunities?
You can contact Genome British Columbia by email at GIF@genomebc.ca or by phone at 604.738.8072.
Where is the Genome Funding Opportunities available?
The Genome Funding Opportunities program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Genome Funding Opportunities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Genome Funding Opportunities is a Researchers And Facilities