Canada to support over 400 health research projects across country

Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Health, announced an investment of $378 million, to support 405 health research projects across the country.

Health researchers and laboratories are at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs that lead to new treatments and knowledge that form the cornerstone of health improvements for Canadians. The Government of Canada is proud to support this important scientific research.

Today, Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Health, announced an investment of $378 million, to support 405 health research projects across the country. This investment in health research supports our economy and creates high-quality middle-class jobs. Every $100 million invested in health research represents 1,800 jobs for researchers and trainees. 

The Minister made the announcement while touring the lab of cancer researcher Dr. Marc Therrien at the Université de Montréal. Dr. Therrien received a $3.2 million grant to study a disruption in a chain of molecular events that gives rise to many forms of cancer. His goal is to find targets for new cancer drugs.