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Mobilize Award applications now open
Learn moreThe award supports activities that bring researchers, research users, communities, and partners together to strengthen the reach, use, and impact of health research.
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A journey of relationships, truth, and reconciliation
Learn moreAs we reflect on our actions and relationships, we are developing a timeline to document our continued learning.
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A prescription for nature
Learn moreDr. Jean Buckler is bringing research findings to life, making it easier for people to access nature as part of their healthcare.
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Early career support sparks new hope for Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Read moreDr. Michael Adachi is developing a simple blood test to detect Alzheimer’s earlier, with support that helped launch his impactful research career.
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Research Approvals Processes: September 2025 update
Read moreThe Research Approvals Processes Project (RAPP) is a provincially-led initiative that supports research within the health system in British Columbia. Health Research BC shares these updates on behalf of the…
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Bridging the gaps: Why research impact can elude us — and what we can do about it
Read moreAs I reflect on eight years as President & CEO, here are my takeaways and suggestions for those working in the research system.
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Why a new clinical trial unit is a milestone for BC’s life sciences sector
Read moreA new clinical trials unit at Mount Saint Joseph Hospital will focus on non-cancer treatments.
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Building a healthier future: Announcing the 2025 Scholar and Health Professional-Investigator awardees
Read moreBC researchers are at the forefront of tackling our province’s most pressing health challenges, advancing knowledge across biomedical, clinical, health system, and population health research. This year, 26 outstanding scientists…
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Health Research BC alumni secure $40.97M in national funding
Read moreResearchers supported by Health Research BC throughout the years were recently awarded $40.97M by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to tackle pressing health challenges.
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Thank you, Dr. Bev Holmes
Read moreThe Michael Smith Health Research BC Board asks the community to join them in thanking Dr. Bev Holmes, whose last day as the organization’s President and CEO is September 30,…
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Improving healthcare for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in BC
Read moreA new 2SLGBTQIA+ Liaison Nurse position supports queer and trans people seeking medical care, and researchers are planning how to expand it.
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BC researchers uncover changing climate’s impact on health
Read moreFrom wildfire smoke to extreme heat, BC researchers are looking at the health impacts – and ways people can protect themselves.
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Research Approvals Processes Project: August 2025 update
Read moreThe Research Approvals Processes Project (RAPP) is a provincially-led initiative that supports research within the health system in British Columbia. Health Research BC shares these updates on behalf of the…
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Positioning BC’s health research system for the future: Research impact
Read moreWe will continue to close the gap between research and practice through community-engaged, impact-oriented funding.
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Positioning BC’s health research system for the future: Clinical trials
Read moreWe will work to enable Clinical Trials BC to lead a unified, province-wide approach to clinical trials that will enhance BC’s competitiveness.
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Positioning BC’s health research system for the future: Research talent
Read moreStarting this fall, we’re leading provincial conversations on talent solutions and evolving our funding programs to better support the future of health research careers.
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Positioning BC’s health research system for the future
Read moreFor nearly 25 years, Health Research BC has supported talent, contributed to system innovation and competitiveness, and accelerated the use of evidence. As we look to the future, we are responding…
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Bridging evidence and practice in seniors’ care
Read moreHealth Research BC is supporting teams to implement promising seniors’ care approaches in the health system. Meet the development award recipients of our Advancing the Use of Evidence in Seniors’…
