researchers are leading scientific discoveries for a healthier future for all kids in B.C. and beyond
of our researchers are health-care professionals providing care for kids at BC Children’s Hospital
clinical studies are underway to develop new treatments and transform care
We need you today for a better tomorrow. Our kids are counting on it.
Read moreWe can now make specific corrections of genetic defects at the DNA level in selected cells throughout the body. This is a game-changer for children and adults who suffer from genetic disorders
Blair Leavitt
Read morePatients can be misunderstood and stereotyped, especially if they don’t speak one of the official languages well — these experiences affect their treatment quality and outcomes. This encouraged me to target education as a tool to change how pediatricians learn, making care better and more culturally safe.
Saleem Razack
Read more"The most exciting part about research — in my opinion — is collaborating with the talented researchers, leaders, and health-care providers here at BC Children's and BC Women's."
Sandy Tatla
Read more"I hope that as more and more women find themselves in science roles that there is also a space to ensure their legacy is one of creating more equity in this world, and science plays a critical role in that."
Astrid Christoffersen-Deb
Read more"According to our findings, breastfeeding may be one of the most influential factors in protecting these babies when they require antibiotics."
Stuart Turvey
Read more"Treatment should be trauma-informed, strengths-based and patient-centred interventions that provide hope and facilitate people in living their best lives."
Tonia Nicholls
Read more"It’s important because we’re not necessarily treating everyone appropriately for pain. Some people might be undertreated for pain and other patients might have adverse effects, so they might be harmed in the pain medication journey."
Catrina Loucks
Read more"I would like to see Calmer functionality embedded into incubators around the world. I would also like to have single, free-standing units available for any infants worldwide who might need them."
Liisa Holsti
Read morePoul Sorensen"Sometimes, if you just go and work somewhere else, or someone comes and works with us in Vancouver, it leads to fresh ideas."
Read more"Knowing yourself is really important in establishing a sustainable balance for yourself. You've got to love what you do. Your career is not just a job. It's a hobby, it's a passion, and if you don't get joy out of what you do, you're in the wrong field."
Allison Eddy
We believe there’s nothing we can’t do with your support. It can take years to turn scientific breakthrough into new interventions and treatments. Funding helps speed the pace of change. When given the resources, we can bring transformative therapies – and hope – out of the laboratory and into the clinic to save and improve children’s lives.