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.
Platform Support Grants
Brain Canada fills a critical gap in funding for the development, operation and maintenance of research platforms.
2023-24 Annual Report
How do we navigate the infinite complexity of the brain? By being infinitely determined.
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2024/2025 Black Scholars Personnel Awardees
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.
$96+ million invested
175+ grants awarded
68+ researchers funded
Impact News
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