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 moreI see myself as a guide, an educator, an advocate, and a cheerleader for each of my patients. Every patient is so unique, and I enjoy the challenge of putting all the pieces together to come up with the best treatment strategy for each child.
Amanda Li
Read moreIt’s important that we recognize that young people become adults who then use our health-care, education, social welfare and justice systems, and if we can prevent the onset of mental illness and contribute to better health and well-being — why not?
S. Evelyn Stewart
Read moreThis partnership between CIHR and CEPI enables Canadian vaccine researchers to join experts from across the globe in sharing our knowledge and preparing for the future.
Manish Sadarangani
Read moreGetting vaccinated is important for our own safety and also protects the health of others in our community.
Hana Mitchell
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 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.