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Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health
Proof-of-concept funding for human health genomics
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000 - $ 200,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 11, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to CAD 200,000 per project to support human health genomics collaborations in Quebec. It funds proof-of-concept projects that can lead to implementation, commercialization, or subsequent funding.
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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
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Minimum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : May 11, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of a proof of concept in human health genomics
- Applied omics technology projects with implementation or commercialization potential
- Projects that validate a technology, target, or biomarker for user adoption
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Project budget template
- Letters of co-funding or support
- Supplier quotations
- Relevant supporting documents for co-funding
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Universities and colleges in Quebec
- Research institutions with a research mandate in Quebec
- Companies
- Industrial consortia
- Non-profit organizations, hospitals, and government organizations
Who is not eligible
- Non-academic organizations acting only as funders, without a user role
- Organizations whose only role is financial or in-kind contribution
- Projects focused on new fundamental discoveries rather than proof of concept
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits
- Consumables and supplies
- Third-party services or outsourcing
- General and administrative fees
- Small equipment purchase or rental
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Salaries or bonuses for the principal investigator, co-investigators, and senior management of the non-academic partner
- Indirect project costs and institutional overhead
- Entertainment, gifts, and alcohol
- Training, tuition, thesis preparation, and teaching materials
- Commercialization costs beyond the proof-of-concept phase
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for eligibility after the deadline.
- Eligible applications are reviewed by an independent peer committee.
- Applicants receive a decision notice and a summary of strengths and weaknesses.
- Funding is released only after a signed agreement and required conditions are met.
- Final reports and a closing meeting are required before the last payment is released.
Additional information
- Only one application per program cycle may be submitted by the academic project leader.
- Resubmission is allowed once after the first evaluation, with reviewer feedback addressed.
- Selected projects are expected to begin on January 1, 2027.
- Applications must include EDI considerations in the project design.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health. 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 Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health?
This program provides up to CAD 200,000 per project to support human health genomics collaborations in Quebec. It funds proof-of-concept projects that can lead to implementation, commercialization, or subsequent funding.
How much funding can be received?
Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health program?
To be eligible for the Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health program, you must:
Academic researcher and non-academic partner required.
Human health proof-of-concept project in Quebec.
At least 1:1 co-funding secured.
What expenses are eligible under Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health?
Development of a proof of concept in human health genomics
Applied omics technology projects with implementation or commercialization potential
Projects that validate a technology, target, or biomarker for user adoption
Who can I contact for more information about the Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health?
You can contact Génome Québec by email at integration@genomequebec.com or by phone at 514 398-0668 #202.
Where is the Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health available?
The Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Génome Québec — Genomics Integration Program – Human Health is a Researchers And Facilities