Researchers we fund are outstanding scientists

at the forefront of leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS, and MPNs research at cancer centres throughout Canada. We award grants for studies that will advance our mission to find cures for blood cancers and improve the quality of life of those affected by blood cancer. These studies range from basic research projects that will lead to a better understanding of blood cancers, to translational research projects that show high promise for translating basic biomedical knowledge to clinical application.

Our competitions

NEW! - Blood Cancer and AI Catalyst Grant

Competition closed

The intent of this competition is to fund projects that catalyze new research areas and collaborations in AI and machine learning and its application to blood cancers.
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Blood Cancer Quality of Life Grant

Competition closed

The intent of this funding opportunity is to support new research designed to address quality of life challenges experienced by Canadians affected by blood cancers.
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Physician Scientist Fellow Award (formerly Clinician Scientist Fellow Award)

Competition closed

The intent of the Physician Scientist Fellow Award is to encourage early-stage specialist clinicians to pursue a career in blood cancer research.
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Pediatric Blood Cancer Research Innovation Grant

Competition closed

This grant is designed to challenge the current pediatric blood cancer landscape by providing funding for projects that will address unmet needs for pediatric blood cancers.

Operating grant

Competition closed

The Operating Grant is a two-year grant designed to provide funding to research that may ultimately lead to a significant change in the understanding, diagnosis, or treatment of blood cancer.
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Translational Research Program

Competition closed

These grants fund new and innovative research that shows high promise for translating basic biomedical knowledge to clinical application.