The Canadian Chiropractic Research Foundation (CCRF) is a registered Canadian charity that perpetually funds evidence-based, peer-reviewed research to improve musculoskeletal (MSK) health and related areas of well-being. The foundation is pleased to be supported by national and provincial associations, over 20 volunteer leaders from across the country, and a growing list of governmental, academic and service organization partners. Since 2019, over $2,000,000 in grants have been awarded to over 40 high-impact projects.ā
Partner Award Type: Convening & Collaborating
Pacific Public Health Foundation
Pacific Public Health Foundation (PPHF) is a public health registered charity, and the only charitable foundation in BC actively fundraising for public health initiatives, with and in support of partners throughout the province. PPHF is an independent, non-governmental organization, supporting and implementing evidence-based and equity-driven work that has an immediate impact on the health of people in British Columbia.
By convening, collaborating, and leveraging relationships with partners, PPHF supports and implements programs and projects grounded in the most pressing public health priorities, to drive innovative research, practice, and policy solutions that advance population health outcomes.
PPHF works with partners across all areas of public health, from the provincial to local level, including the BC Centre for Disease Control, regional health authorities, and communities, to improve population health and make a difference in communities where, how, and when they need it the most. A unique, collaborative, and nimble role allows PPHF to bring together philanthropy, funding, partnerships, engagement, and advocacy to advance a healthier, safer, and more equitable future for all.
Genome BC
Genome BCĀ is a not-for-profit organization supporting world-class genomics research and innovation to grow globally competitive life sciences sectors and deliver sustainable benefits for British Columbia, Canada and beyond. The organizationās initiatives are improving the lives of British ColumbiansĀ by investing in genomics innovation to address critical challenges in key economic sectors such as health, forestry, fisheries and aquaculture, agrifood, energy, mining and environmentĀ In addition to scientific programming, Genome BC Ā integratesĀ genomics into society by supporting responsible research and innovation and fostersĀ an understanding and appreciation of the life sciences among educators, students and the public.
BC Nurses’ Union
TheĀ BC Nursesā Union (BCNU) protects and advances the health, safety, social and economic well-being of our members, our profession and our communities. We are the largest nursing union in BC, representing more than 48,000 professional nurses and allied health care workers, providing care in hospitals, long-term care facilities and in the community. We speak up and speak out for safe, quality, public health care. We value and respect diversity, and pride ourselves in providing protection, representation, and services to all members. To promote evidence-based research for innovation within nursing, BCNU is proud to support research projects that align with the unionās core values of collectivity, democracy, equality, excellence, integrity, social justice, and solidarity.
BC Cancer Foundation
The BC Cancer Foundation is the bridge that connects philanthropic support and research breakthroughs in cancer knowledge.
As the fundraising partner of the BC Cancer Agency and the largest funder of cancer research in this province, the Foundation enables donors to make contributions to leading-edge research that has a direct impact on improvements to cancer care for patients in British Columbia.
By connecting philanthropy and research, the BC Cancer Foundation supports the revolutionary advances that will help achieve a world free from cancer.