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About Research Canada

An alliance for health discovery

The voice of Canada’s health research community

Research Canada exists to champion health research and innovation, fostering a healthier, more prosperous future for Canadians. As a unified alliance, we amplify the collective voice of the health research and innovation ecosystem, driving policies and initiatives that spark discovery and impact lives.

Through strategic advocacy and collaboration, we engage policymakers, media, and stakeholders to ensure health research and innovation remain central to Canada’s progress and global competitiveness.

Uniting Leaders.
Advancing Innovation.

Our work connects leaders across academia, industry, government, and the non-profit sector to strengthen Canada’s health research landscape. By bridging these sectors, we foster partnerships that translate discoveries into real-world solutions, ensuring that investments in research lead to tangible benefits for Canadians.

With a deep commitment to advancing health discovery, we advocate for sustainable funding, policies that empower researchers, and a thriving ecosystem where bold ideas can flourish. Together, we are building a future where Canada remains at the forefront of global health research and innovation.

Current Members

Research Canada is proud to have over 120 Member organizations from across the health research and innovation ecosystem in Canada.

Our Board of Directors

A dedicated group of leaders representing Canada’s health research and innovation community.

Board Chair | University Health Network
Dr. Bradly Wouters
Board Chair | University Health Network
Board Vice Chair | BioCanRx
Dr. Stéphanie Michaud
Board Vice Chair | BioCanRx
Ms. Ellen Chesney
Ms. Ellen Chesney
Health Sciences North
Mr. Anthony Keating
Health Sciences North
York University
Dr. Amir Asif
York University
University of Calgary | Canadian Society for Molecular Biosciences
Dr. Kristin Baetz
University of Calgary | Canadian Society for Molecular Biosciences
AbbVie Canada
Ms. Lauren Fischer
AbbVie Canada
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Ms. Sue Mack Klinger
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Health Coalition of Alberta
Mrs. Beth Kidd
Health Coalition of Alberta
Providence Healthcare (PHC)
Dr. Darryl Knight
Providence Healthcare (PHC)
Incyte Biosciences Canada
Ms. Christine Lennon
Incyte Biosciences Canada
University of Windsor
Dr. Lisa Porter
University of Windsor
Dalhousie University
Jeannie Shoveller, PHD
Dalhousie University

Our Staff

Our team is dedicated to supporting and empowering our members and partner organizations, providing the resources, guidance, and collaboration needed to advance health research and innovation across Canada.

President and CEO, Research Canada
Ms. Alison Evans
President and CEO, Research Canada
Senior Development Manager, Research Canada
Mr. Kevin Conquest
Senior Development Manager, Research Canada