About us

Michael Smith Health Research BC is British Columbia’s health research agency. We are working toward a future where BC is recognized worldwide for its vibrant, coherent, inclusive and globally competitive health research system that improves the health of British Columbians, the health system and the economy.

To achieve this, we support BC’s top health researchers through funding programs that build the province’s research capacity and address health system priorities. We also enable research through programs and resources in the areas of patient-oriented research, clinical trials, research ethics and knowledge translation. We further increase our impact through active partnerships with provincial, national and international organizations who collaborate with us on funding, training, and other initiatives.