Research Services in Canada

Cgen

CGEn is a federally funded national platform for genome sequencing and analysis. CGEn operates as an integrated national platform with nodes in Toronto (The Centre for Applied Genomics at The Hospital for Sick Children), Montréal,(McGill Genome Centre at McGill University) and Vancouver (Canada’s Michael Smith Genome Sciences Centre at BC Cancer), leading large-scale projects and providing advanced genomic services to enable research in the health sciences, agriculture, forestry, fishery, the environment, biodiversity, and other sectors of importance in Canada. Established in 2015, CGEn employs over 200 staff and is funded primarily by the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) through its Major Science Initiatives Fund (MSIF), leveraging investments from the provincial governments of Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia, Genome Canada, and others.

1 to 10 staff

Chaire De Leadership En Enseignement En Foresterie Autochtone

La Chaire de leadership en enseignement en foresterie autochtone permet de favoriser, par une démarche pratique, pédagogique et scientifique novatrice, des relations durables entre les communautés autochtones, les entreprises forestières et les gouvernements. Elle vient aussi enrichir les programmes en foresterie de la Faculté de foresterie, de géographie et de géomatique de l’Université, qui visent notamment à mieux comprendre et tenir compte des réalités autochtones.

11 to 50 staff

Chemical Biophysics Symposium

The Chemical Biophysics Symposium (CBP) is a student-organized conference, which provides an informal venue for discussions on some of the most intriguing topics at the interface of chemistry, biology, and physics. Past symposia have been marked by a strong multi-disciplinary turnout and a reputation for lively debates, panel discussions, and question periods, not to mention lavish banquets and stellar lineups of noteworthy and engaging speakers. We are currently working to bring you another successful iteration this spring on May 4th-6th, 2018, and we encourage all interested faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and students to join us in our longstanding CBP tradition.

11 to 50 staff

Citizen Lab

The Citizen Lab is an interdisciplinary laboratory based at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, University of Toronto, focusing on research, development, and high-level strategic policy and legal engagement at the intersection of information and communication technologies, human rights, and global security. We use a “mixed methods” approach to research combining practices from political science, law, computer science, and area studies. Our research includes: investigating digital espionage against civil society, documenting Internet filtering and other technologies and practices that impact freedom of expression online, analyzing privacy, security, and information controls of popular applications, and examining transparency and accountability mechanisms relevant to the relationship between corporations and state agencies regarding personal data and other surveillance activities.

11 to 50 staff

Cochrane Canada

Cochrane Canada is the Canadian arm of Cochrane – an independent global network of over healthcare practitioners, researchers, patient advocates and others. Established in 1993, Cochrane Canada works to turn the evidence generated through research into useful information for making everyday decisions about health.

51 to 200 staff

Common Bond Collective

Common Bond Collective is a Toronto-based consulting firm offering a full range of heritage planning services. Working with governments, agencies and the private-sector, we specialize in identifying, conserving and supporting cultural heritage assets. Common Bond Collective offers the right tools to understand places, the skills to analyze them, and the experience to navigate regulatory frameworks. Common Bond Collective provides expert services in heritage evaluations, cultural landscape theory & practice, historic context statements, impact assessments, district studies, conservation building documentation & recording and architectural analysis, as well as policy development.

1 to 10 staff

Community Housing Canada

Community Housing Canada is a research partnership dedicated to increasing the capacity and sustainability of non-market housing. The community housing sector in Canada is made up of units, owned by provincial and municipal governments, non-profit organizations, and housing cooperatives. It plays a vital role in meeting the housing needs of low- and moderate-income households by providing safe, secure and affordable rental housing. We are working with the sector to increase the supply of community housing in Canada, and to support its efforts to address housing vulnerability, enhance social inclusion, and improve environmental performance. We also contribute to the training and development of Canada’s housing workforce. Our partnership is part of the Collaborative Housing Research Network, a joint initiative funded by CMHC and SSHRC.

11 to 50 staff

Connectheor

At ConnectHEOR, we believe that healthcare can be transformed through the powerful combination of compassion and innovation. Our core principle—‘Kindness is Cost-Effective’ —drives everything we do. We are committed to creating meaningful, long-term impact by fostering sustainable practices that deliver value not only for our clients but for the healthcare ecosystem as a whole. We empower individuals to perform at their natural best by cultivating a dynamic environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and personal growth. Our culture is built on respect, kindness, and innovation, where each team member is supported to reach their full potential while contributing to solutions that shape the future of healthcare. At ConnectHEOR, we combine deep human expertise with cutting-edge innovative technologies like AI to solve complex challenges in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) and real-world evidence (RWE). Our data-driven and well researched innovative solutions are designed to improve patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency, while upholding the values of kindness and integrity. We invite you to collaborate with us as we work together to build a more effective, sustainable, and humane healthcare system. Let’s connect and create impactful solutions for the future of healthcare 🤝.

11 to 50 staff

Cosmaceutical Research Lab Inc

11 to 50 staff

Cural - Centre Universitaire De Recherche Sur L Aluminium University Research Centre On Aluminium

Le CURAL a comme principal objectif de réunir les forces vives de l’Université du Québec à Chicoutimi dont les activités de recherche sont orientées dans le domaine de l’aluminium. Plus spécifiquement, le centre vise la mise en commun des expertises de recherche, des ressources humaines et matérielles, la préservation des acquis ainsi que le maintien d’une masse critique dans un domaine de recherche hautement prioritaire pour le Québec. Le CURAL favorise une approche multi et interdisciplinaire pour la résolution des problèmes à incidence industrielle qui servent le plus souvent de motivation aux développements de nouvelles connaissances fondamentales ou appliquées. La recherche qui y est réalisée assure la production, la diffusion et le transfert d’un savoir-faire unique dans le domaine de l’aluminium ainsi que la formation de personnels hautement qualifiés dans des thématiques diversifiées et de grand intérêt pour l’industrie de l’aluminium et la société. Le CURAL assure le recrutement de grands experts du domaine et d’étudiants talentueux de partout à travers le monde afin de consolider l’équipe déjà en place et ce, dans un milieu de vie unique et inclusif qui soit favorable à la création et l’innovation. Bénéficiant d’une réputation enviable à l’échelle internationale, le CURAL entretien de solides collaborations avec les centres de recherche publics et privés ainsi qu’avec l’industrie primaire, équipementiers et autres entreprises œuvrant dans le domaine de l’aluminium.

11 to 50 staff

Dariknova

Dariknova: Innovating Hygiene for a Safer World Dariknova is a pioneering startup dedicated to revolutionizing hygiene standards across various industries with our advanced antibacterial technology. Founded by a team of experts in chemistry, engineering, and business development, we are committed to providing sustainable, long-lasting, and non-toxic antimicrobial solutions that enhance cleanliness and safety on a global scale. Milestones Achieved: Innovative Product Development: Developed a unique microelement-based antibacterial solution that induces a positive charge on treated surfaces, ensuring a 95% reduction in bacteria. Versatile Applications: Successfully integrated our technology into diverse materials, including plastics, fabrics, wood, and polymers. Market Entry: Initiated pilot projects in healthcare and food processing industries, demonstrating the effectiveness and reliability of our solutions. Challenges Faced: Regulatory Compliance: Navigating complex regulatory requirements to ensure our products meet the highest safety and efficacy standards. Market Penetration: Overcoming barriers to entry in highly competitive markets and establishing our brand presence. Roadmap for Future Cooperation: Product Enhancement: Continue refining and expanding our product range to address emerging hygiene challenges across various industries. Strategic Partnerships: Form alliances with leading companies and research institutions to drive innovation and market adoption. Global Expansion: Leverage our success in Canada to penetrate North American and international markets, establishing Dariknova as a global leader in antibacterial solutions. Join us on our journey to make the world a cleaner, safer place. Together, we can set new benchmarks for hygiene and public health.#Innovation #Hygiene #Sustainability #Startup #AntibacterialSolutions

1 to 10 staff

Dataseerai

DataSeer brings a radical new approach to promoting open research data. In place of broadly worded data sharing policies, we generate document-specific advice on which data should be shared and which repositories and formats are most appropriate. Researchers are then clear on what they need to do, and stakeholders can easily see when they’ve done it.

1 to 10 staff

Eliapharma Services Inc

Eliapharma Services Inc. is a certified GMP laboratory by Health Canada, a Contract Research Organization (CRO) located in Montreal, Quebec. Eliapharma Services Inc. provides Specialized Preclinical, Analytical and, Bioanalytical services for Biotechs, Research Centers, Pharmaceutical Companies and Hospitals.

1 to 10 staff

Epsy Consultancy

ePsy Consultancy researches the dynamics that motivate employees and consumers. We provide a clear understanding of who they are and what motivates them. We show how their behaviour can be developed for top performance, or match a set benchmark. We analyze data for organizations to profile and predict employee or customer behaviour and performance patterns. Within these patterns lies a deeper understanding and opportunities for corporate and individual growth. We develop custom surveys and reports, and validate psychometric assessments. While our statistical and psychometric expertise provides organizations with useful information about their employees and consumers, we also offer detailed insights of individual or group capabilities and potential, for example in the areas of emotional intelligence, personality or leadership styles, and organizational climate. We take care to effectively channel this knowledge back to companies to assist them with strategic planning and decision making, or to consultants to enable targeted training, coaching, development, or hiring with greater precision.

1 to 10 staff

Ethica Cro Inc

We are a full-service, accredited CRO managing ethical clinical research on drugs, biologics, medical devices and natural health products. At ethica CRO, the research participant lies at the heart of what we do. Our advanced study designs, trial procedures, and complex data analyses exist for the singular purpose of bringing therapies to market that will improve the standard of care. Research falling short of this mark is simply not of interest to us. We are- The 1st accredited CRO in the world and industry leader in research ethics - A full service, end-to-end provider of clinical research and medical communications solutions - The team that designs and performs trials that are novel or too complex for others - Accountable for providing reliable and credible data that the public can trust - Committed to the research participants' well-being. Let us help you uphold the standard of care in research.

11 to 50 staff

Forward Society Fos Lab

At the Forward Society (FOS) Lab, we help changemakers working with marginalised communities access frontier research tools, data, and methodologies. Led by faculty members in the Department of Economics at the University of Toronto, we partner with governments and other decision-makers. Our logo celebrates “fos”–the Greek word for light–and represents our commitment to seeing, understanding, and learning from the communities with whom we work. We embrace this commitment by fostering long-term research partnerships with governments, civil society groups, and others to uncover evidence-based solutions to social and economic concerns. We are here to help partners harness the power of available data, using that data to better analyse their unique challenges and find actionable solutions.

1 to 10 staff

Gena Lab

The GeNA Lab investigates the social and organizational impacts of information technologies and communication networks and the turn to big data in a number of sectors including genomics and health, social media, and NBA basketball. We aim to disseminate scholarly outputs and policy work to an interdisciplinary community and engage broader communities and partners who are innovating digital technologies. Our work is funded by the CFI, SSHRC, Genome BC, Terry Fox Research Institute, and other partners.

11 to 50 staff

Global Cities Institute

The Global Cities Institute will convene collaborative, cross-disciplinary research and a public discourse that builds on Global City Indicators Facility metrics and bridges the fields of urban governance, planning and design, technology and economics.

1 to 10 staff

Groupe Mcpeak-Sirois De Recherche Clinique En Cancer Du Sein

Le Groupe McPeak-Sirois est un consortium d’hôpitaux de l’ensemble des régions du Québec dont l’objectif est de mieux lutter contre le cancer du sein en augmentant l’accès et la participation des patientes et patients aux protocoles de recherche clinique. Cofondé en 2015 par Susan McPeak et Charles Sirois, et doté d’un comité scientifique composé de chercheurs reconnus mondialement, le Groupe McPeak-Sirois a pour mission de promouvoir la recherche qui soigne en créant une force d’attraction permettant à davantage de personnes touchées d’avoir accès à ces traitements. http://mcpeaksirois.org/

1 to 10 staff

Heads Up

heads up is an innovative, boutique research company that dives into issues and opportunities, unveils key consumer insights, and translates the learning into actions and results. We promise inspiration from information. To answer your business and brand questions, we always take a customized approach. We can draw upon focus groups with unique yet practical exercises, collaborative techniques with customers and clients in the same room, interactive online "meLive" journeys and award-winning ethnographic approaches. heads up gives you access to a small team of senior qualitative experts, so you can benefit from one or more as the scope of your project and timing requires. Research is what we do but solutions are what we create. Bring us in early for any issue you have, to see how we will help you get to the finish line.

1 to 10 staff

High Performance Powertrain Materials Laboratory

The High Performance Powertrain Materials (HPPM) lab focuses on developing and characterizing new strategies for improving the performance, reliability, and efficiency of powertrain applications in the transportation industries. Conceived by Dr. Dimitry Sediako in 2017, the HPPM lab works closely with R&D leaders, like Eck Industries, Nemak Canada, Nemak Global, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Mercury Marine, and Fortis BC. Having developed strong partnership with international research facilities in the United States (Oak Ridge National Laboratories, and the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center), Australia (the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organization), and Europe (HZG-Geesthacht, Germany, and University of Lund, Sweden) the HPPM team develops new lightweight and temperature-resistant aluminum-based alloys while comprehensively studying the effects that different manufacturing processes have on the development of residual stress in complex castings like engine blocks. Together, this research contributes to the strategic direction of the lab – the development of advanced materials and manufacturing processes for the next-generation automotive powertrains. It helps the automotive, marine, aerospace, and manufacturing industries develop higher quality engine components with superior performance. The wide scope of the lab’s engagement includes- Novel lightweight metal alloys - Metal matrix composites - In-situ studies of phase and stress evolution during casting, solidification, cooling and heat treatment - A range of fitness for service testing protocols

1 to 10 staff

Housing Research Collaborative

WHO WE ARE The Housing Research Collaborative (HRC) is a community of housing researchers, providers, and policymakers focused on understanding systemic impediments in the housing system and to address housing unaffordability. WHAT WE'RE DOING The starting point is the need to re-conceptualize the housing delivery system in British Columbia and Canada to make it equitable and secure for all forms of tenure. The path forward is unclear, and the Housing Research Collaborative has set out to identify important new directions for the provision of such housing. HOW WE BEGAN HRC launched in 2017 as a part of the formal announcement of the Housing Research Collaborative, at the Pacific Housing Research Network Symposium in Richmond, British Columbia. This website will provide updates on initiatives and related resources.

1 to 10 staff

Human Futures Studio

A global strategic insights + foresight partner. We help leading brands and organizations understand people, culture, and change. Together with our partners we empower human potential and the organizational capacity to pro-actively shape and prepare for the future.

11 to 50 staff

Human Insights

Human Insights is a Calgary-based consulting agency specializing in Human Factors and User Experience research. We provide our partners with a better understanding of the people they depend on for success. Taking an applied research and development approach, Human Insights works with organizations of any size from any industry to transform insight into opportunity.

1 to 10 staff