Canadian Institutes of Health ResearchCanada News Centre2024-03-26T15:35:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgGovernment of Canada makes significant investment in the future of applied public health researchhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-makes-significant-investment-in-the-future-of-applied-public-health-research.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced the 2024 cohort of Applied Public Health Chairs, the program’s fourth cohort, with an investment of $13.8 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and the Public Health Agency of Canada. The Chairs will lead high-quality research programs to tackle pressing public health challenges, work with decision makers from various sectors and communities, and support evidence-informed decisions that improve health and health equity.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-03-26T15:35:37-04:00Government of Canada invests in research to transform health systemshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-invests-in-research-to-transform-health-systems.htmlThe Government of Canada is supporting researchers across the country who are collaborating with health system organizations to make meaningful contributions towards improving Canada’s health care system and ensuring that Canadians receive high-quality health care.. By embedding researchers in health system organizations, they can help in finding and implementing solutions to the challenges facing health systems in this country.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-03-26T13:57:38-04:00Recipients: Health System Impact Embedded Early Career Researcher Awardhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/03/recipients-health-system-impact-embedded-early-career-researcher-award.htmlThe Health System Impact Embedded Early Career Researcher Award is a new funding opportunity from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s Institute of Health Services and Policy Research. It is a new stream of funding under the long-standing Health System Impact Program. It provides researchers within the first five years of their academic careers with the opportunity toCanadian Institutes of Health Research2024-03-26T13:57:30-04:00Government of Canada invests $20 million to improve health outcomes of children living with rare diseaseshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-invests-20-million-to-improve-health-outcomes-of-children-living-with-rare-diseases.htmlIn Canada, 14,000 children under the age of 15 die each year from a rare disease. With more than 7,000 known rare diseases, it is essential for researchers from across the country to work together to improve the health outcomes of all children and teens living with a rare diseaseCanadian Institutes of Health Research2024-02-28T12:00:03-05:00Government of Canada and partners invest over $28 million to support underrepresented early career health researchershttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-and-partners-invest-over-28-million-to-support-underrepresented-early-career-health-researchers.htmlStarting a research faculty career is challenging, with barriers such as racism and sexism making it even harder. Financial support, mentorship, and career training are all essential for providing the current generation of diverse trainees the opportunity to succeed as academics and researchers.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-02-27T12:00:05-05:00Message from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health – Black History Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/02/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-the-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health--black-history-month.htmlEvery February, we observe Black History Month, a unique opportunity to recognize and appreciate the significant contribution of Black people in building a strong, culturally diverse and prosperous Canada.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-02-01T10:00:03-05:0013 research teams receive $8.7M from the Government of Canada and partners to study age-related cognitive impairmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/01/13-research-teams-receive-87m-from-the-government-of-canada-and-partners-to-study-age-related-cognitive-impairment.htmlClose to half a million people in Canada aged 65 and older live with dementia. As our population ages, that number is expected to increase. Researching brain health and age-related cognitive impairment will help us develop strategies to prevent dementia, discover new treatments, improve patient outcomes, and raise the quality of life for people affected by dementia, including caregivers.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-01-29T10:13:47-05:00Brain Health and Cognitive Impairment in Aging Research Initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/01/brain-health-and-cognitive-impairment-in-aging-research-initiative.htmlThe Brain Health and Cognitive Impairment in Aging (BHCIA) Research Initiative is comprised of a comprehensive strategy, including a suite of funding opportunities that support research projects, people, and teams that, together, advance knowledge creation, training, and knowledge mobilization that will promote brain health during aging while addressing the complex care needs of people living with dementia and their caregivers.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-01-29T10:13:32-05:00Dr. Ariane Marelli appointed Scientific Director of CIHR Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Healthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/12/dr-ariane-marelli-appointed-scientific-director-of-cihr-institute-of-circulatory-and-respiratory-health.htmlToday, Dr. Tammy Clifford, Acting President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, announced that Dr. Ariane Marelli has been appointed the next Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Health for a term of four years, effective April 1, 2024.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-12-20T11:00:05-05:00Government of Canada invests more than $4.7M in health researchers who will tackle high-priority challenges in our health systemshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-invests-more-than-47m-in-health-researchers-who-will-tackle-high-priority-challenges-in-our-health-systems.htmlThe Government of Canada continues to invest in our country’s brightest minds to enable the next generation of health researchers to apply their talents, working directly with health organizations, to tackle real-world health system challenges.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-11-07T11:00:08-05:00New alliance to advance dementia research in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/11/new-alliance-to-advance-dementia-research-in-canada.htmlIn 2019, the Government of Canada released Canada’s first national dementia strategy to address the significant and growing impact of dementia on people in Canada. With funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and other organizations, researchers across Canada are providing evidence to support the three national objectives of the strategy: to prevent dementia, advance new therapies and find a cure, and improve the quality of life of people living with dementia and their caregivers.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-11-02T09:25:45-04:00Government of Canada invests $15M in first-of-its-kind Pan-Canadian Genome Libraryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-invests-15m-in-first-of-its-kind-pan-canadian-genome-library.htmlCanada is a world-leader in genomic research—the study of all of a person’s or population’s genes. The field, which involves sequencing genomes to identify variations that give researchers a better understanding of health and disease, holds enormous potential for improving the health of Canadians.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-10-27T11:00:45-04:00Message from the Minister of Health – Brain Cancer Awarenesshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/10/message-from-the-minister-of-health--brain-cancer-awareness.htmlCancer is the leading cause of death in Canada, with an estimated two in five Canadians being diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Brain tumours continue to carry a significant risk of morbidity. They affect approximately 50,000 Canadians each year with an estimated 27 new diagnoses each day.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-10-24T09:00:06-04:00Government of Canada and partners invest more than $26 million to advance integrated health care in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-and-partners-invest-more-than-26-million-to-advance-integrated-health-care-in-canada.htmlHealth research is vital for improving people’s health, advancing health equity, and strengthening Canada’s health care systems. This is especially true of implementation science: research that seeks to support the uptake of evidence-based solutions by policymakers and health care providers to improve patient care and health outcomes.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-10-20T10:30:18-04:00Transforming Health with Integrated Care (THINC)https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/10/transforming-health-with-integrated-care-thinc.htmlThe Transforming Health with Integrated Care (THINC) initiative is comprised of a suite of funding opportunities that together support health research projects, people, teams and a coordinating hub that together advance knowledge creation, capacity development (training), and knowledge mobilization in pursuit of health care that is coordinated and centered around people’s and distinct populations’ specific needs.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-10-20T10:30:07-04:00Minister Holland to announce investment to advance integrated health care in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/10/minister-holland-to-announce-investment-to-advance-integrated-health-care-in-canada.htmlMinister Holland to announce investment to advance integrated health care in CanadaCanadian Institutes of Health Research2023-10-19T11:53:57-04:00Message from the Minister of Health – National Childhood Cancer Awareness Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/09/message-from-the-minister-of-health--national-childhood-cancer-awareness-month.htmlCancer is the leading cause of death from disease in children and adolescents in Canada. Approximately 10,000 children are living with cancer in this country and 1,500 more are diagnosed every year. September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – a time to reflect on how we can better understand and address the needs of children affected by cancer, as well as their families and caregivers. Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-09-12T14:00:00-04:00Government of Canada announces funding to improve health care for women and gender-diverse peoplehttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/08/government-of-canada-announces-funding-to-improve-health-care-for-women-and-gender-diverse-people.htmlAll women, girls, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people in Canada deserve access to culturally safe, trauma-informed, non-stigmatizing, and high-quality healthcare that reflects and respects their unique intersectional identities, no matter who they are or where they live. Nobody should be disadvantaged by discrimination and inequality and prevented from achieving their optimal health and wellness.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-08-24T15:22:40-04:00National Women’s Health Research Initiative: Pan-Canadian Women’s Health Coalition – Hubshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/08/national-womens-health-research-initiative-pan-canadian-womens-health-coalition--hubs.htmlThe Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) are committed to improving the health and well-being of all women and gender-diverse people in Canada.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-08-24T15:22:30-04:00Government of Canada and JDRF Canada jointly invest $33 million in research to defeat diabeteshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/07/government-of-canada-and-jdrf-canada-jointly-invest-33-million-in-research-to-defeat-diabetes.htmlCanada is among the ten countries with the highest rates of type 1 diabetes in the world—and with the prevalence of type 1 diabetes projected to increase in all countries over the next two decades, it is more important than ever to support research to improve our understanding of the condition, develop more effective treatments, and prevent the complications that come with it.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-07-27T10:16:43-04:00CIHR-JDRF Partnership to Defeat Diabeteshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/07/cihr-jdrf-partnership-to-defeat-diabetes.htmlThrough a longstanding partnership, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and JDRF Canada support research to improve the prevention, screening, management, and treatment of diabetes in Canada.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-07-27T10:16:31-04:00Government of Canada announces additional research funding to help all people in Canada sleep soundlyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/07/government-of-canada-announces-additional-research-funding-to-help-all-people-in-canada-sleep-soundly.htmlSleep is a crucial part of overall health, playing an important role in physical and mental health. Not getting enough sleep can contribute to health issues, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, infection or sepsis, cancer, poor mental health, and premature death. While half of all adults in Canada have trouble sleeping, research shows that racial discrimination can make sleep disorders worse among certain groups, including Indigenous Peoples and racialized communities.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-07-05T13:00:34-04:00Government of Canada invests nearly $3 million to study the potential benefits of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/06/government-of-canada-invests-nearly-3-million-to-study-the-potential-benefits-of-psilocybin-assisted-psychotherapy.htmlIn Canada and around the world, there is increasing interest in the potential therapeutic uses of psychedelics to treat substance use and mental health challenges. However, more research evidence is needed to better understand if psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is a safe and effective treatment option for people experiencing mental illness and addictions.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-06-29T15:01:48-04:00Psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy research granthttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/06/psilocybin-assisted-psychotherapy-research-grant.htmlThe Government of Canada, through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction is funding three clinical trials to study the therapeutic efficacy and safety of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-06-29T15:01:38-04:00Government of Canada and partners invest $9 million to research policy solutions to transform our health systemshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/06/government-of-canada-and-partners-invest-9-million-to-research-policy-solutions-to-transform-our-health-systems.htmlTo prevent illness, treat disease, manage complex health conditions, and prepare for health emergencies, we need to strengthen our public and universal health care system. Innovative ways of doing research and integrating evidence into policy decisions can help ensure better health outcomes for people living in Canada – from coast to coast to coast.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-06-01T16:30:05-04:00Message from the Minister of Health – ALS Awareness Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/06/message-from-the-minister-of-health--als-awareness-month.htmlJune is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Month in Canada. It’s a time to raise awareness about the devastating disease that is impacting the 3,000 Canadians living with it and their families.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-06-01T09:00:04-04:00Message from the Minister of Health – World MS Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/05/message-from-the-minister-of-health--world-ms-day.htmlMay is MS Awareness Month and today, we mark World MS Day. Earlier this month, I met with MS Canada to discuss how we can work together to improve the lives of the more 90,000 Canadians with multiple sclerosis (MS) and prevent MS before it starts.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-05-30T13:47:21-04:00Government of Canada makes additional investments in mpox and other zoonotic disease research to improve health outcomeshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/05/government-of-canada-makes-additional-investments-in-mpox-and-other-zoonotic-disease-research-to-improve-health-outcomes.htmlLast year, as the disease spread around the globe, Canada experienced its first major mpox outbreak. Increasingly, zoonotic diseases that were once contained to one geographic region are becoming worldwide health emergencies.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-05-24T11:14:57-04:00Government of Canada announces research investment of over $680,000 to support the health and mental wellbeing of young childrenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/05/government-of-canada-announces-research-investment-of-over-680000-to-support-the-health-and-mental-wellbeing-of-young-children.htmlThe Government of Canada is committed to improving the health and mental wellbeing of children and youth in Canada. Early childhood experiences influence a child’s mental health for life—and with 70% of mental health and substance use problems having origins in adverse childhood experiences, understanding how to better identify and treat young children at risk of developing or living with a mental health issue is crucial.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-05-24T10:30:06-04:00MP Oliphant to make mpox research announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/05/mp-oliphant-to-make-mpox-research-announcement.htmlMay 23, 2023 – Toronto, Ontario – The Honourable Rob Oliphant, Member of Parliament for Don Valley West, will announce the funding of research projects across the country that will strengthen Canada’s ability to prevent and respond to future outbreaks of mpox and other zoonotic threats.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-05-23T13:33:20-04:00Dr. Katherine Frohlich appointed Scientific Director of CIHR Institute of Population and Public Healthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/05/dr-katherine-frohlich-appointed-scientific-director-of-cihr-institute-of-population-and-public-health.htmlToday, Dr. Michael J. Strong, President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), announced that Dr. Katherine Frohlich has been appointed Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Population and Public Health for a term of four years, effective September 1, 2023.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-05-15T13:00:04-04:00Government of Canada invests $6.5 million in research to support the health and mental wellbeing of young childrenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/05/government-of-canada-invests-65-million-in-research-to-support-the-health-and-mental-wellbeing-of-young-children.htmlThe Government of Canada is committed to improving the health and mental wellbeing of children and youth in Canada. Early childhood experiences influence a child’s mental health for life—and with 70% of mental health and substance use problems having origins in childhood, understanding how to better identify and treat young children at risk of developing or living with a mental health issue is crucial.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-05-04T09:30:04-04:00Minister Bennett to announce investment to support children’s mental health researchhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/05/minister-bennett-to-announce-investment-to-support-childrens-mental-health-research.htmlMay 4, 2023 – Ottawa, Ontario – The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, to announce research funding for children and youth mental health.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-05-03T15:32:39-04:00International partnership supports vaccine research to prevent future outbreakshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/04/international-partnership-supports-vaccine-research-to-prevent-future-outbreaks.htmlCanadian and international experiences with infectious disease outbreaks, including most recently with the COVID-19 pandemic, underscore the importance of continuing to build global expertise in epidemic and pandemic preparedness and ensuring Canadian researchers remain leaders in vaccine development.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-04-26T16:00:42-04:00CIHR-CEPI Leadership Award for Excellence in Vaccine Research for Infectious Diseases of Epidemic Potentialhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/04/cihr-cepi-leadership-award-for-excellence-in-vaccine-research-for-infectious-diseases-of-epidemic-potential.htmlThe Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has partnered with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to provide $2.7M in grant funding to five mid-career Canadian researchers to pursue projects will accelerate the development of vaccines against emerging infectious diseases that have the potential to cause epidemics and pandemic and prepare for epidemic and pandemic threats.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-04-26T16:00:35-04:00Message from the Minister of Health and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health – Parkinson’s Awareness Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/04/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-the-parliamentary-secretary-to-the-minister-of-health--parkinsons-awareness-month.htmlApril is Parkinson’s Awareness Month – a time dedicated to raising awareness and to show our support for Canadians who live with Parkinson’s disease and their families and caregivers.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-04-17T08:54:43-04:00Government of Canada announces $38.3M research investment to support brain healthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/03/government-of-canada-announces-383m-research-investment-to-support-brain-health.htmlDementia is having a substantial and growing impact in Canada and around the world. Based on current trends, by 2030, the number of people living with dementia will nearly double.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-03-16T13:45:15-04:00Brain Health and Cognitive Impairment in Aging (BHCIA) Research Initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/03/brain-health-and-cognitive-impairment-in-aging-bhcia-research-initiative.htmlThe Brain Health and Cognitive Impairment in Aging (BHCIA) Research Initiative will study the brain as it ages and help identify and reduce the risks of cognitive impairment in aging, in the hopes of improving the care and services for people who have trouble remembering, thinking clearly, learning new things, or making decisions that affect their everyday life.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-03-16T13:45:08-04:00Minister Khera to announce research investment to support brain healthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/03/minister-khera-to-announce-research-investment-to-support-brain-health.htmlMarch 16, 2023 – Toronto, Ontario – The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Seniors, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, will announce a new research investment that will support the complex care needs of older adults living with dementia and other forms of cognitive impairment.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-03-15T14:00:47-04:00Government of Canada invests close to $1M in Quebec research teams to examine mental health and substance use standards for children, youth and young adultshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/02/government-of-canada-invests-close-to-1m-in-quebec-research-teams-to-examine-mental-health-and-substance-use-standards-for-children-youth-and-young.htmlAs part of the collaborative work with provinces and territories to meet the health and mental health needs of Canadians, the Government of Canada is also working to develop national mental health and substance use service standards to ensure all Canadians can access the support they need, when they need it.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-02-28T14:06:30-05:00Research funded in Quebec on mental health and substance use service standards for children, youth, and young adultshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/02/research-funded-in-quebec-on-mental-health-and-substance-use-service-standards-for-children-youth-and-young-adults.htmlThe Government of Canada, through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s (CIHR) Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction, is funding 25 research projects across the country to examine standards for mental health and substance use services for children, youth and young adults.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-02-28T14:06:19-05:00Research on mental health and substance use service standards for children, youth, and young adultshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/02/research-on-mental-health-and-substance-use-service-standards-for-children-youth-and-young-adults.htmlThe Government of Canada, through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s (CIHR) Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction, is funding 25 research projects examining standards for mental health and substance use services for children, youth and young adults. The research projects will look at standards used in a variety of care settings, (e.g., primary care, juvenile justice or correctional settings, hospital emergency departments) for diverse populations, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized youth, among others.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-02-28T08:30:37-05:00Government of Canada invests nearly $5M in national mental health and substance use standards for children, youth and young adultshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/02/government-of-canada-invests-nearly-5m-in-national-mental-health-and-substance-use-standards-for-children-youth-and-young-adults.htmlAs part of the collaborative work with provinces and territories to meet the health and mental health needs of Canadians, the Government of Canada is also working to develop national mental health and substance use service standards to ensure all Canadians can access the support they need, when they need it.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-02-28T08:30:28-05:00Transitions in Care Phase 2https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/02/transitions-in-care-phase-2.htmlCIHR’s Transitions in Care (TiC) initiative aims to improve the health and wellness of people living in Canada by supporting research that transforms the health system to improve outcomes for individuals experiencing various transitions in care. This initiative represents a research investment of nearly $38 million over the past six years.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-02-27T10:54:24-05:00Research teams to work toward smoother transitions in care for patients in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/02/research-teams-to-work-toward-smoother-transitions-in-care-for-patients-in-canada.htmlThroughout our lifetime, most of us will experience a transition in care, whether as a patient, a family member, or a caregiver. These transitions occur when the responsibility of caring for a patient changes hands, often due to aging, a change in health status, or a change in location. It is at these moments when patients are most at risk of receiving incomplete, delayed, or poor quality of care, which can negatively affect their health and wellness. Some groups, such as patients with complex medical conditions, Indigenous Peoples, and new immigrants to Canada, are more vulnerable to poor outcomes during transitions and that is why inclusive, multi-disciplinary research is required to improve outcomes for everyone.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-02-27T10:54:12-05:00Governments of Canada and Northwest Territories and territorial partners renew investment that puts patients firsthttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/02/governments-of-canada-and-northwest-territories-and-territorial-partners-renew-investment-that-puts-patients-first.htmlPatients, their families, and caregivers have unique insights about themselves and what matters when they are receiving health care services. Through their lived experience, patients bring valuable firsthand perspectives to research that help lead to new and better ways of delivering care that will improve the health of all people in Canada.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-02-24T13:00:06-05:00Government of Canada announces new clinical trials consortium, training platforms, and research projects to improve the health of Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/01/government-of-canada-announces-new-clinical-trials-consortium-training-platforms-and-research-projects-to-improve-the-health-of-canadians.htmlClinical trials allow researchers to assess the safety and effectiveness of new drugs, treatments, and therapies for our population. It is through these studies and their collaborative networks, that medical innovation in Canada continues to evolve.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-01-19T09:30:32-05:00Reinforcing Canada’s clinical trials infrastructure, training, and researchhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/01/reinforcing-canadas-clinical-trials-infrastructure-training-and-research.htmlClinical trials are an essential part of the healthcare sector and a crucial component of medical research and innovation. Clinical trials allow researchers to assess if new drugs, treatments, and therapies are safe and effective for the population. Announced in Spring 2022, the Clinical Trials Fund earmarked $250M across three funding streams to grow and strengthen Canada’s clinical trials infrastructure, training, and research through 2025.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-01-19T09:30:17-05:00Government of Canada invests $23 million in pediatric cancer researchhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/01/government-of-canada-invests-23-million-in-pediatric-cancer-research.htmlCancer is the leading cause of death from disease in children and adolescents in Canada. Approximately 10,000 children are living with cancer in this country and 1,500 more are diagnosed every year. That is why, in Budget 2021, the Government of Canada provided new funding for pediatric cancer research that will lead to better outcomes and longer, healthier lives for young cancer patients.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-01-18T11:48:14-05:00Canadian Pediatric Cancer Consortiumhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2023/01/canadian-pediatric-cancer-consortium.htmlThe $23 million investment in the Canadian Pediatric Cancer Consortium is the largest investment ever made for a Canadian pediatric cancer research project in Canada. The funds for the Consortium come from the $30 million investment in pediatric cancer research announced in Budget 2021.Canadian Institutes of Health Research2023-01-18T11:47:58-05:00