Ontario Genomics (formerly the Ontario Genomics Institute) is a not-for-profit organization funded by the Ontario government and Genome Canada.
Established in 2000, Ontario Genomics is the only entity focused solely on stimulating, enabling and nurturing genomics innovation in the province of Ontario. We act as a catalyst for developing and applying genomic technologies across key sectors – health, agriculture, bioproducts, and environment – to grow the province’s knowledge-based economy and create jobs and social benefits for all Ontarians.
Our Vision
Healthy People, Healthy Economy, Healthy Planet through Genomics Innovations
- More funds for genomics research in Ontario
- Genomics contributing to the establishment of effective and cost-conscious public services, such as healthcare
- Established genomics companies investing and operating in Ontario
- An innovative milieu in which genomics start-ups develop, mature, and accelerate along the business growth pipeline, creating jobs and wealth in Ontario
Our Mission
We 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
We achieve this with:
- Proactive support of innovative applications across all life sciences
- Public–private partnerships that maximize investments by leveraging world-leading research and genomics industry expertise
- Strategic leadership in regional, national and international alliances
- Superior projects, programs and technology platforms
2021-2026 Strategic Vision
Over the next five years, Ontario Genomics will leverage its unique position to help Ontario fully capitalize on the health, economic and environmental benefits in a genomics- and engineering biology- enabled world and catapult the province to national and international leadership in the global bio-revolution.
We believe that agility, efficiency, multi-disciplinary and cross-sectoral thinking, and deep genomics and engineering biology expertise are at the heart of a thriving biotechnology ecosystem. By breaking down siloes, driving policy modernization, and meeting market demands our Strategic Vision aspires to nurture Ontario’s competitive and innovative advantage for generations to come.
| Building a world-class, mission-driven one health genomics and engineering biology innovation ecosystem in Ontario to accelerate the collective achievement of beneficial outcomes. | Driving applied research, development, and commercialization of made-in-Ontario genomics- and engineering biology-based innovations to create new jobs, companies, and business outcomes. | Developing talent for trans-disciplinary jobs that integrates diverse and multidisciplinary scientific expertise with market-focused business acumen. | Engaging with key communities to drive adoption of genomics-based solutions and empowering people with an understanding of the positive impact of genomics and engineering biology in their everyday lives. |