Ontario Genomics Information

Ontario Genomics is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in the province of Ontario. Ontario Genomics receives funding from the Ontario government, Genome Canada and other public and private partners for strategic initiatives. Established in 2000, our mission is to lead the application of genomics-based solutions across key sectors of the economy to drive economic growth, improved quality of life and global leadership for Ontario. Our vision is to enable healthy people, a healthy economy and a healthy planet through genomics innovations. 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 by funding the creation and growth of start-ups to commercialize Intellectual Property (IP). Our team delivers deep technical and business expertise and has invested over 20 years in building strong, multi-sectoral networks across the province, nationally and internationally. Together we work to promote excellence, invest, and reduce barriers so Ontario’s visionaries can drive and accelerate economic and social advancement through world-leading innovation.