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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Nov 29

Hey Bluesky! 👋🏽Genome Canada here. We tackle some of Canada's biggest challenges through leadership and targeted investment in genomics. Proud to work with visionary researchers and organizations across sectors to build healthier, more sustainable and prosperous communities.

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Canadian Science Policy Centre @sciencepolicy.ca · 2d

.Genome Canada is hosting a panel at #CSPC2025!

What does meaningful patient inclusion look like? What policy frameworks can ensure these technologies deliver better outcomes?

Learn more: https://www.sciencepolicyconference.ca/agenda/

#CdnSci #CdnInnovation

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Dr. Fei-Fei Liu @drfeifeiliu.bsky.social · 2d

Excited to be attending the 13th Conference of the #GA4GH in Uppsala, Sweden! Thrilled to re-connect with Dr. Peter Goodhand (GA4GH CEO) and Dr. Étienne Richer (Director, Genomics Programs, @genomecanada.ca).

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Génome Québec @genomequebec.bsky.social · 21d

We’re hiring! 🚀

Business Development Officer to support the growth of the Centre of Expertise and Services 🧬.

Details:
📍 Montréal
⏳ 3-year contract
🗓️ Deadline: October 8, 2025

🔗 tinyurl.com/3v84n6jn
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#Montreal #Genomics #Hiring

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genomebc.bsky.social @genomebc.bsky.social · 22d

🚀 We’re excited to share
@genomecanada.ca 's
new white paper on The Convergence of Genomics and Artificial Intelligence—now live

This is the first in a series of publications we’ll be releasing this fall to spotlight key opportunities for Canadian genomics:
genomecanada.ca/wp-content/u...

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · 23d

Le nouveau livre blanc de Génome Canada examine comment la convergence entre la génomique et l’intelligence artificielle (IA) transforme l’innovation dans des secteurs clés : de la santé et l’agriculture à l’énergie et l’environnement. bit.ly/46KjL6j

La génomique, la numérisation de la biologie, et les possibilités que présente l’IA pour le Canada - GenomeCanada

Photo : Le test ClarityDX, alimenté par l’IA, utilise des biomarqueurs sanguins pour améliorer la détection du cancer de la prostate et réduire les coûts des soins de santé. (Projet de commercialisati...

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · 23d

Genome Canada’s new white paper explores how the convergence of genomics and artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping innovation across sectors—from health and agriculture to energy and the environment. bit.ly/46nPv0H

Genomics, the Digitization of Biology, and Canada’s AI Opportunity - GenomeCanada

Hot off the press: Genome Canada 2024-25 Annual Report

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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · 23d

@genomeatlantic.bsky.social & @genomecanada.ca are launching a regional GAPP to fast-track genomics solutions for Atlantic Canada’s #naturalresources. Priority: critical minerals, energy innovation, and the bioeconomy. Apply + pitch your idea. bit.ly/4n53PCx

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Dr. Fei-Fei Liu @drfeifeiliu.bsky.social · 27d

Great meeting with Dr. Elisabete Weiderpass and our friends and colleagues @genomecanada.ca, Dr. Étienne Richer (Director, Genomics Programs), Ms. Sapna Mahajan (Director, Research and Innovation), and Dr. Rob Annan (CEO) in Ottawa!

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Genome Atlantic @genomeatlantic.bsky.social · Aug 11

United against #MSX - joining forces to fight a deadly oyster disease bit.ly/3HiTbZc @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @genomecanada.ca @rodberesford70 @ednatecinc #MalletOysters @PEIAquaculture #PEIShellfishAssn @PotlotekFirstNation

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Canadian Science Policy Centre @sciencepolicy.ca · Aug 29

👏 #CSPC2025 wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible Partners! 👏 #CPSC2025 ne serait pas possible sans le soutien de nos incroyables Partenaires !

Thank you, Genome Canada! Merci, @genomecanada.ca !

cspc2025.ca

#CdnSci

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jul 31

Phenomenal conference and platform for scientific excellence.

Proud to support @canblacksci.bsky.social’s first Alberta conference and be here alongside Genome Alberta.

Rosella Chibambo @chibambo.bsky.social · Jul 31

Lucky to be at #BESTEMM2025 Alberta, taking in so much research excellence and learning A LOT: from new opportunities for precision medicine, to ethical and community-based AI integration for public health, and so much more. Thank you @canblacksci.bsky.social!

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canblacksci.bsky.social @canblacksci.bsky.social · Jul 31

It’s finally here! Today’s agenda at
#BESTEMM2025 is packed with amazing opportunities.

Get ready for opening remarks.

Don’t miss out on keynote speaker session, the chance to meet with top employers at the career and job information session, and more!

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jul 31

📢 Au nom du conseil d’administration et du personnel, nous sommes heureux de vous communiquer le Rapport annuel 2024-2025 de Génome Canada : bit.ly/45rswm2

Prets a relever de grands defis
Rapport annuel 2024-2025

Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jul 31

📢 On behalf of the Board of Directors and Staff, we are pleased to share our 2024-25 Annual Report: bit.ly/3OxQa82

We were made for big challenges
2025-2025 annual report

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Catalina Lopez-Correa @clopezcorrea.bsky.social · Jul 29

Our @nature.com paper is out 🧬🤩

Adancing #diversity in #genomics is not about numbers, it’s about scientific rigor, community lead initiatives, shared and sound gouvernance 🧬🌎
@corp4s.bsky.social
@genomecanada.ca

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Centre for Heart Lung Innovation (HLI) @heartlunginnov.bsky.social · Jul 18

This BC-based project is funded by @genomecanada.ca & @genomebc.bsky.social. Congratulations again to Dr. Laksman and Axolotl Biosciences (Dr. Willerth) for receiving this funding!

Read more about the study: hli.short.gy/2025GC

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Génome Québec @genomequebec.bsky.social · Jul 15

🌟 Now open! The Genomics Innovation to Commercialization Program is officially live.

Funding for projects grounded in local impact.

🤝 Local Industry + research
🚀 Applied innovation
🌈 Equity and inclusion

📎 Info + apply ➡️ cutt.cx/RVi
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#Genomics #Funding

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Génome Québec @genomequebec.bsky.social · Jul 15

🌟 C’est lancé! Le programme d’innovation génomique à la commercialisation est maintenant ouvert.

Un appel à projets ancré dans le concret, au cœur du Québec.

🤝 Industrie locale + recherche
🚀 Innovation locale
🌈 Équité et inclusion

📎 Infos et dépôt ➡️ cutt.cx/mwp
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#Génomique #Financement

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jun 26

🚀 New funding opportunity: The GAPP supports industry-academic partnerships to drive genomics and biotech innovation, de-risk R&D and accelerate commercialization.

Learn more 👉 bit.ly/44vNQ9z

Commercialization and adoption - Genomic Applications Partnership Program

Funding Opportunity

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jun 26

🚀 Nouvelle possibilité de financement : Le PPAG encourage les partenariats entre l’industrie et les universités afin de stimuler l’innovation en génomique et en biotechnologie, d’atténuer les risques de la R-D et d’accélérer la commercialisation.

En savoir plus 👉 bit.ly/3TH48pP

Commercialization et adoption - Programme de partenaires pour les applications de la genomique

Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jun 26

Ces projets constituent le premier d’un nouveau cycle d’investissements de Génome Canada appuyant la #StratégieCanadiennePourLaGénomique en accélérant la commercialisation et l’adoption de biotechnologies génomiques et axées sur la génomique.

Strategie canadienne pour la genomique: des investissements dans les biotechnologies pour relever les defis urgents en sante et dans le secteur industriel

Commercialisation et adoption

Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jun 26

🧬Annonce de cinq nouveaux projets de R-D publics-privés pour répondre aux enjeux urgents du secteur de la santé et de l’industrie au pays. bit.ly/3TH48pP

Stratégie canadienne pour la génomique : des investissements dans les biotechnologies pour relever les défis urgents en santé et dans le secteur industriel - GenomeCanada

Communiqué En tant que partenaire principal de la Stratégie canadienne pour la génomique (SCG) du gouvernement du Canada, Génome Canada investit dans la commercialisation et l’adoption de solutions bi...

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jun 26

These projects are the first in a new wave of new Genome Canada investments supporting the #CanadianGenomicsStrategy by accelerating commercialization and adoption of genomics-driven biotechnology. bit.ly/3FXKLpv

Canadian Genomics Strategy biotech investment tackles urgent health and industry challenges

Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jun 26

🧬Announcing five new public-private R&D projects tackling urgent health and industry challenges across the country. bit.ly/3FXKLpv

Canadian Genomics Strategy biotech investment tackles urgent health and industry challenges - GenomeCanada

Genome Canada is launching a new wave of research and development (R&D) projects to help solve major national challenges.

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Genome Canada @genomecanada.ca · Jun 24

Génome Canada annonce avec fierté la nomination de Bonnie Schmidt, CM, Ph. D., FRSC, IAS.A, à titre de présidente de son conseil d’administration. bit.ly/3HSOeGg

Génome Canada accueille Bonnie Schmidt, Ph. D., à titre de nouvelle présidente du conseil d’administration - GenomeCanada

Génome Canada annonce avec fierté la nomination de Bonnie Schmidt, la présidente et fondatrice de Parlons sciences, à titre de présidente de son conseil d’administration.

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