smith digital foundation

The Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR) is BC's health research funding agency. We are focused on building talent and research capacity, building strong partnerships to increase funding available to BC health researchers, and supporting knowledge translation. As an expert funder we use our knowledge about the system, the changing landscape and emerging needs to develop and run funding programs that serve the needs of British Columbians. Inspired by the memory and passion of Nobel Laureate Dr. Michael Smith, the Foundation was created in 2001 by the provincial government to build capacity for health research in BC. Since its inception, MSFHR has received more than $450 million from government to bolster BC’s capacity to develop new treatments and cures; help BC’s health system be more effective and responsive to emerging health threats; and keep BC’s health research sector globally competitive. The Foundation helps BC’s health research community discover solutions to our greatest health challenges; connect knowledge and action; and engage partners to address provincial priorities. Learn more at www.msfhr.org.