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Today, the #GC announced the results of: ✅ Canada Research Chairs 2025-1 ✅ New Frontiers in Research Fund - Exploration 2025 Learn more: canada.ca/en/research-ch… #CRC #NFRF

📢Reminder! Apply to join #IHDCYH ’s Youth Advisory Council by May 19. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/51876.html #youthopportunities #youth

2/2 CIHR-funded researchers at @UHN_Research are conducting a clinical study to better understand how the human body responds to the virus, a critical step toward advancing vaccine development. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54720.html

1/2 Hepatitis C causes hundreds of thousands of deaths each year, and there’s still no vaccine.

Are you 12-25 and working or gaining real-world experience? Your voice can shape youth health programs in Canada. Join #IHDCYH’s Youth Advisory Council and make a difference for other young workers like you! Apply below by May 19. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/51876.html?h… #youthopportunities

Meet the 42 new Health System Impact fellows (24 postdocs & 18 PhD trainees) for 2026!🎉These emerging leaders are tackling real-world health system challenges across Canada. Thank you to our partners Michael Smith Health Research BC, Research NB @_SHRF_ canada.ca/en/institutes-…

CIHR was pleased to support the World Conference on Research Integrity, which took place this week in Vancouver. The conference brought together the global research community to highlight the importance of integrity, transparency, and trust in science.

Teen parent? Young parent? Your voice matters. Join #IHDCYH’s Youth Advisory Council and help shape programs and decisions for your family and your community. Apply by May 19th cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/51876.html?h… #youthopportunities #teenparent #youngparent

CIHR is introducing a new “not approved rank” to Project Grant Notices of Decision. Unfunded applicants will now see how their application ranked relative to the funding cutoff, so you can better understand how close you were. Learn more: #a1.4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/51315.html?h…

🎊 Join us in celebrating the official start of the #2026Census across Canada! As soon as you receive your census invitation letter in the mail, complete your questionnaire online. It’s secure and completely confidential. census.gc.ca/en/index?utm_s…

#ClinicalTrials are helping turn the impossible into real-world treatments—the science is strong with this one. Meet the researchers driving discoveries and improving patient outcomes: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/53196.html?h… #StarWarsDay

What if parents, with their doctor’s help, could one day know their child’s mental health risks early and then take steps to reduce future challenges? The DREAM BIG Research Consortium is working to make that possible: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54709.html?h… @LDI_ILD @McGilluMedia @McGillMed

New ideas can spark the next big health breakthrough. #ClinicalTrials show what truly works, from new drugs to medical devices and surgical innovations. Discover some of the trials supported by CIHR: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/53196.html?h…

We are looking for young Canadians between the ages of 12-25 to join our Youth Advisory Council! Share your voice with Scientific Director @DrCChambers to help advise the CIHR Institute of Human Development, Child and Youth Health. Apply by May 19 👇 cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/51876.html?h…

The CIHR community is deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Dr. Juliet Daniel, a pioneering cancer biologist and advocate for equity in health research. We extend our condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives she touched. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54712.html?h…

The Spring Economic Update advances our plan to build the major infrastructure and projects that connect our economy, more homes, and safer and stronger communities. ow.ly/g3HL50YRk44

One year ago, the federal government set out a plan with clear priorities: bring down costs, build one Canadian economy, protect our sovereignty, and strengthen partnerships with reliable partners. We’re making progress and staying focused on delivering for Canadians.

CIHR needs researchers to evaluate all the Spring 2026 Project Grant applications. Say “YES” when asked to peer review.

We’re proud to announce that CIHR-funded researcher @DanielJDrucker has won the Governor General’s Innovation Award for his groundbreaking work on GLP‑1 and GLP‑2, advancing life-changing therapies for diabetes and obesity: innovation.gg.ca/year/2026/?hsi…

It’s #NationalImmunizationAwarenessWeek! 💉 One of the most powerful tools in #PublicHealth, vaccines protect Canadians of all ages. In 2025, CIHR supported 38 vaccine research projects, representing more than $19 million in funding.