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Accelerating, amplifying and funding brain research

Brain Canada plays a unique and invaluable role as a national convenor of those who support and advance brain research. A greater understanding of how the brain works contributes to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure of disorders of the brain, ultimately improving the health outcomes of people in Canada and around the world.

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Mental Health

One in five Canadians will experience some type of mental health issue or illness in any given year. To address mental health challenges across Canada, Brain Canada has launched the Mental Health Research Initiative.

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Dr. Gustavo Turecki is Co-Director of the internationally recognized Douglas – Bell Canada Brain Bank.

25 years

This year, Brain Canada celebrates 25 years of accelerating, amplifying, and funding brain research. With your support, we are moving the dial and improving the brain health of people in Canada.

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Directory of funded grants

Through the Canada Brain Research Fund (CBRF), an innovative arrangement between the Government of Canada (through Health Canada) and Brain Canada Foundation, we invest in bold, innovative, and brilliant brain research.

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$292+ million invested

400+ grants awarded

1155+ researchers funded

Impact News

How we are advancing brain health

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