Ontario Genomics

Our roundup of genomics positions and funding opportunities: The Weekly Genepool 🧬 🖥 Job Opportunities 🖥 Program Coordinator New Harvest - https://ideali.st/3nkH6y Bioprocess Engineer/Scientist Liven Proteins - https://lnkd.in/gCH7d-EP Medical Geneticist University of Alberta - https://lnkd.in/exa64y-y Senior Program Manager - Genetic Testing Services TELUS - https://lnkd.in/edhqqNKc CERC in Health Technology University of Waterloo - https://lnkd.in/e6mV6m8D Postdoctoral Scholar, Medical Genetics/Genomics/C. Elegans University of Calgary - https://lnkd.in/eFk6T8JQ 🏅Awards🏅 Nominations are now open for the 2025 Mitacs Innovation Awards. These awards celebrate outstanding Mitacs-supported innovators, from students and professors to entrepreneurs and enterprise partners, whose work is driving real-world impact. Nominations close September 16: https://lnkd.in/dnrHdmh5 📖Fellowships and Programs 📖 The University of Guelph, in collaboration with the Agricultural Genomics Action Centre (AG-ACt), is offering applications for their Policy Fellowship Program. It's a 6-8 week virtual program that connects you with researchers from top institutions. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gtWk-cgd Vector Institute is partnering with Radical Ventures on their AI Founders Masterclass 2025. This 4-week virtual program is aimed at researchers and entrepreneurs looking to bridge the gap from research to real-world impact. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dSXs5Bzt 💵 Funding opportunities 💵 The 2025 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund Stream 2, powered by York Region (The Regional Municipality of York), offers $10,000 for entrepreneurs in Agri-tech and Clean-tech. Apply here: https://bit.ly/2025-EIF The Innovation Catalyst Grant (ICG) is a 2-year entrepreneurial fellowship designed for recent Master’s and PhD graduates in STEM who are commercializing hardware-based technologies. You will receive $250k in funding, deadline to express interest is September 1st: https://lnkd.in/gVrKR5VD

Yesterday, the OG team headed to the Toronto Islands for a day of team building and fun! ☀️ Together, we explored our MBTI personality traits, did a fun scavenger hunt, and reflected on the year so far while enjoying views of the city! Here are a few highlights from the day: P.S. Which t-shirt quote is your favourite? 👇

🎧 A Must Listen Episode - A rare disease. No treatment. No time. And one unbelievable dad making the impossible possible to save his son’s life.   This is the inspiring story of Terry Pirovolakis and his son Michael, who was born with the degenerative disease Spastic Paraplegia Type 50 (SPG50). Refusing to accept “no cure” as the answer, Terry transformed from IT professional to tireless advocate, turning his life upside down, raising millions, rallying global experts, and ultimately driving the development of a groundbreaking new gene therapy. We were honoured to recognize Terry with our 2025 Champion Award at our 25th Anniversary Gala, where he first met our MC, Jeremie Saunders (co-host of the Sickboy podcast). Naturally, Jeremie invited Terry to share his journey with listeners. Take a listen below to hear how one father’s determination is changing the future of rare disease treatment, here and around the world!    ⚠️ Please note: This episode contains strong language Listen here or on your preferred podcast platform: https://lnkd.in/emUKcjri

Our roundup of genomics positions and funding opportunities: The Weekly Genepool 🧬 🖥 Job Opportunities 🖥 Bioprocess Engineer/Scientist Liven Proteins - https://lnkd.in/gCH7d-EP Medical Geneticist University of Alberta - https://lnkd.in/exa64y-y Senior Program Manager - Genetic Testing Services TELUS - https://lnkd.in/edhqqNKc CERC in Health Technology University of Waterloo- https://lnkd.in/e6mV6m8D Postdoctoral Scholar, Medical Genetics/Genomics/C. Elegans University of Calgary - https://lnkd.in/eFk6T8JQ 💵 Funding opportunities 💵 Canadian Food Innovation Network has launched the Innovation Scouting Program - a first-of-its-kind opportunity connecting food innovators with major Canadian food companies to run real-world, funded pilot projects. Up to $75K in matching funding. Apply now! https://lnkd.in/erN353RA Ontario Clean Technology Industry Association's Fostering Circularity funding program supported by NRC-IRAP is now live! This program aims to support Ontario based SMEs by improvement of product, process, or market intelligence. Each project can have a maximum total cost of up to $25,000. Form link is here: https://lnkd.in/g-W_hggZ The Canadian Cellular Agriculture Student Activation Fund by New Harvest, $2500 for students to lead an activity that grows the student cellular agriculture ecosystem in their institution or community (closes Dec 1, 2025): https://lnkd.in/gHvCec2X

Our roundup of genomics positions and funding opportunities: The Weekly Genepool 🧬 🖥 Job Opportunities 🖥 Medical Geneticist University of Alberta - https://lnkd.in/exa64y-y Resource Lab Tech, Molecular Genetics The Hospital for Sick Children - https://lnkd.in/eWCCbznb CERC in Health Technology University of Waterloo - https://lnkd.in/e6mV6m8D Postdoctoral Scholar, Medical Genetics/Genomics/C. Elegans University of Calgary - https://lnkd.in/eFk6T8JQ 🏅Awards🏅 CAN TAP TALENT is excited to offer up to 20 Travel Awards to support Clinical Research Professionals, trainees, and patient partners attending national or international clinical research conferences. Learn more and apply: cantaptalent.ca/awards 💵 Funding opportunities 💵 The BMO Celebrating Women Grant: $10,000 for women-owned businesses that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Applications close August 19th. https://lnkd.in/e_MsSyum Bioenterprise Canada has launched Round 3 of the OAFRI Commercialization Stream for agri-food and agri-tech organizations. Their Market Validation Grants offer up to $30k in funding, and Product Development Grants offer $50k - $150k per project. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGfVSbhy The Ontario Food Technology Pilot by Canadian Food Innovation Network, provides $20k - $200k to help early-stage companies validate and demonstrate innovative food technologies developed in southern Ontario. Application deadline for intake 1 is September 11th: https://lnkd.in/eVKi5a-E Ontario Clean Technology Industry Association's Fostering Circularity funding program supported by NRC-IRAP is now live! This program aims to support Ontario based SMEs by improvement of product, process, or market intelligence. Each project can have a maximum total cost of up to $25,000. Form link is here: https://lnkd.in/g-W_hggZ

Our roundup of genomics positions and funding opportunities: The Weekly Genepool 🧬 🖥 Job Opportunities 🖥 Medical Laboratory Technologist - Genetics, Mount Sinai Hospital (Toronto), Sinai Health - https://lnkd.in/eztECKNq Senior Program Manager - Genetic Testing Services TELUS - https://lnkd.in/edhqqNKc Computational Biologist, Genome Sciences Centre - BC Cancer Vancouver Provincial Health Services Authority - https://lnkd.in/eu5YGH_J Metabolic Geneticist, The Hospital for Sick Children - https://lnkd.in/e9JnNMTb 🏅Awards🏅 CAN TAP TALENT is excited to offer up to 20 Travel Awards to support Clinical Research Professionals, trainees, and patient partners attending national or international clinical research conferences. Learn more and apply: cantaptalent.ca/awards 💵 Funding opportunities 💵 Ontario Clean Technology Industry Association's Fostering Circularity funding program supported by NRC-IRAP is now live! This program aims to support Ontario based SMEs by improvement of product, process, or market intelligence. Each project can have a maximum total cost of up to $25,000. Form link is here: https://lnkd.in/g-W_hggZ The Canadian Cellular Agriculture Student Activation Fund by New Harvest, $2500 for students to lead an activity that grows the student cellular agriculture ecosystem in their institution or community (closes Dec 1, 2025): https://lnkd.in/gHvCec2X Génome Québec are now accepting applications for their IGC Program (The Genomics Innovation and Commercialization Program). If you’re developing a genomics-based solution, apply now to build strong, inclusive partnerships with Québec's industry. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eW5BtGYV

We had a fantastic conversation with Parliamentary Assistant Tyler Allsopp ONeconomy | ÉconomieON today, introducing him to the work we’re doing at Ontario Genomics and exploring the exciting future of Ontario’s life sciences sector. From genomics innovation to economic growth, the potential is enormous, and collaboration is key. Looking forward to what’s ahead! John Rafferty

Our roundup of genomics positions and funding opportunities: The Weekly Genepool 🧬 🖥 Job Opportunities 🖥 Postdoctoral Researcher University Health Network - https://lnkd.in/eFBKHvBG Medical Laboratory Technologist - Genetics, Mount Sinai Hospital (Toronto), Sinai Health - https://lnkd.in/eztECKNq Senior Program Manager - Genetic Testing Services TELUS - https://lnkd.in/edhqqNKc Senior Coordinator, Finances & Projects Genome Atlantic - https://lnkd.in/esnbkvnj Computational Biologist, Genome Sciences Centre - BC Cancer Vancouver Provincial Health Services Authority - https://lnkd.in/eu5YGH_J 🏅Awards🏅 CAN TAP TALENT is excited to offer up to 20 Travel Awards to support Clinical Research Professionals, trainees, and patient partners attending national or international clinical research conferences. Learn more and apply: cantaptalent.ca/awards 💵 Funding opportunities 💵 Last Call!! BioCreate by Ontario Genomics offers $150,000 in non-repayable funding, mentorship, and commercialization support to southern Ontario SMEs using genomics or engineering biology to develop TRL 4+ innovations in health, food, agriculture, and cleantech. Cohorts 6 &7 are now open! https://lnkd.in/grfiup5d Bioenterprise Canada: Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) offers up to $100k in non-repayable funding to later-stage food and agri-food tech businesses, with matching contributions of up to $100,000. The deadline to apply is August 6. For more information: https://lnkd.in/gEY9b9bX The Canadian Cellular Agriculture Student Activation Fund by New Harvest, $2500 for students to lead an activity that grows the student cellular agriculture ecosystem in their institution or community (closes Dec 1, 2025): https://lnkd.in/gHvCec2X

🌎 Just THREE DAYS LEFT to join our portfolio of innovative startups! Get $150,000 funding and critical mentorship from industry experts through our BioCreate by Ontario Genomics accelerator program. BioCreate offers: 💰 Up to $150,000 in non-repayable funding 📆 18 months of intensive business mentorship 🔬 Access to critical infrastructure and strategic partnerships 🎤 An investor showcase to pitch your innovation Get the details and apply now at https://www.biocreate.ca/

Yesterday, BioCreate by Ontario Genomics and SpinUp at UTM collaborated to host a Corporate Communications Workshop and Summer Reception ☀️ Adam Lazarus, our workshop host, coached startups on how to sharpen their skills in presence, clarity, and confidence across all speaking settings. Following the workshop, SpinUp and BioCreate companies, partners, investors and ecosystem peers enjoyed a cocktail reception, generously sponsored by Torys LLP. Are you an emerging biotech entrepreneur in food and agriculture, health, or clean tech? Applications for cohorts 6 & 7 are still open! Apply by July 31: https://www.biocreate.ca/