The brain,
a space of discovery
Every discovery on the path to cures
has the potential to improve lives.
About Us
Transforming brain research in Canada
Brain Canada is a registered, charitable organization that funds innovative, paradigm-changing brain research across Canada.
In 2011, the Government of Canada, through Health Canada joined with Brain Canada to create the Canada Brain Research Fund to provide up to 240$ million to Canadian brain research.
Research stories
See more...Explore the research being conducted by some of our funded researchers.
Our Latest News
See more News...Brain Canada authored an article in the Brain Health campaign distributed in the Toronto Star
April 05, 2018
Great Canadian minds working to unlock the mysteries of the brain
March 21, 2018
Government of Canada and Brain Canada announce a $10-million grant to establish a platform that will help researchers share data more widely and efficiently
February 19, 2018
Our latest funding opportunities
Find out more| Open Competitions | Application Deadline | |
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| ALS Canada – Brain Canada Trainee Program 2018 | May 25th, 2018 4:00 pm UTC | View More |
| 2018 Dr. Hubert van Tol Travel Fellowship | May 1st, 2018 4:00 pm UTC | View More |
Why fund brain research?
The brain is the most critical organ in the body but the least understood. As researchers continue their exploration of the brain and delve deeper into our understanding of brain disorders, the complexity of the challenge increases, and so too does our need to join different disciplines and to pursue new thinking and new approaches.
A brain damaged from injury and disease can lead to devastating consequences. By funding brain research you are helping transform innovative and outstanding ideas into outcomes that benefit society.
20% of Canadians will experience a mental illness in their lifetime.
More than 90% of funding goes directly to research.
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Your donation supports brain research aimed at improving the lives of all Canadians.
Over 90% of Brain Canada’s funds are allocated to research.
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