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Ontario Genomics is a not-for-profit organization that receives funding from the Ontario government, Genome Canada and other public and private partners for strategic initiatives.
Established in 2000, Ontario Genomics’ vision is dedicated to building a globally competitive, bio-based economy for Ontario. This strategic vision is driven by two missions: Precision Health, which accelerates the development and commercialization of precision diagnostics and therapies to improve patient outcomes; and Food and Industrial Biotechnology, which mobilizes innovators to develop, scale, and commercialize bio-based technologies across the agri-food, materials, and critical minerals sectors.
We work with researchers, small and large companies, not-for-profits and governments to create public-private and public-public partnerships that unlock made-in-Ontario, cutting-edge solutions and technologies for the world.
Ontario Genomics has an impressive track record of achieving results by catalyzing and supporting applied research, developing talent, and funding the creation and growth of start-ups to commercialize Intellectual Property (IP).
Our team delivers deep technical and business expertise and has spent more than two decades building strong networks across multiple sectors in the province, nationally and internationally. Together, we promote excellence, invest, and break down barriers so Ontario’s visionaries can speed up economic and social growth through world-leading innovation.
Building a strong ecosystem to support Ontario’s visionaries and the genomics community is what we do. At Ontario Genomics,we help translate proven genomics and engineering biology innovation to solve real-world challenges.
Biotechnology is a critical driver of better health and a stronger bio-based economy in Ontario. Over the next five years, Ontario Genomics will focus on accelerating the commercialization of innovative solutions, strengthening collaboration platforms, and supporting the distinct pathways needed to advance precision health and food and industrial biotechnology, delivering greater impact for patients, customers, and markets.
Ontario Genomics has been driving Ontario’s genomics revolution for over 20 years, delivering impact for Ontarians, Canadians, and the world across sectors and enabling researchers to redefine the present and future of health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.
Since our inception in 2000, Ontario Genomics has supported over $1.7 billion in follow-on investment for applied genomics research in Ontario and supporting over 20,000 trainees and high-skilled jobs. We have 110+ active projects and over 500 impactful partnerships supporting a total Ontario GDP growth of over $1.8 billion since 2013.
Understanding the genomics of our biological planet is central to addressing the many challenges facing the world today, from climate change and global population growth to increasing food and energy demands and chronic health issues. Genomics holds the key to unleashing innovations across industries, driving economic growth and improving the quality of life for people across the globe.
Behind every innovation, technology, and ground-breaking discovery are the passionate people who devote themselves to this impactful work. Meet the people driving Ontario Genomics and its trailblazing impact.
Our diverse and accomplished Board possesses the exceptional combination of scientific and technical expertise, leadership acumen, policy knowledge, and innovation strategy skills we need to drive us to achieve our goals. Meet our Board of Directors and Observers.
Building partnerships with like-minded people to tackle pressing challenges like climate change, food insecurity, as well as acute and chronic illnesses is only possible with our community of Ontario and Canada visionaries – the academics, entrepreneurs, trainees, government, business, and institutional leaders who inspire us to reach new heights.
