Who We Are
We’re working towards a better future through genomics innovation.
GENOME ALBERTA IS…
- An economic and social impact organization at the forefront of enhancing Alberta’s future through research and innovation.
- An upstream innovation catalyst that helps fill the pipeline of Alberta’s innovation ecosystem with valuable genomics-based opportunities.
- A convener, connector and catalyst that unities academia, government and industry to find genomics-based solutions for Alberta’s greatest challenges and opportunities.
Our Mission
- To promote and support genomics solutions for end-users’ needs to create value and investment opportunities through excellent science, technology and application development, collaborations and partnerships.
Our Vision
- To inspire and catalyze genomics solutions that benefit Albertans and the world.

We understand how genomics change our world for the better and enthusiastically pursue and celebrate that impact.
We actively seek out new challenges, new partnerships and new perspectives in pursuit of solutions that matter for all Albertans.
We act with intent and consideration.
Our projects are driven by real-world needs, in all their complexity. We work across sectors and research disciplines to create the genomics solutions Alberta – and the world – needs.
The Power and Promise of Genomics
Genomics innovation holds its place as one of the fastest-developing technologies driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution or the Bio Revolution. Advanced biosciences and biotechnology are transforming and improving lives in Alberta and around the world.
120+
Innovations arising from Alberta-led projects
$605M
Total Genome Alberta-enabled portfolio
Our Strategic Pillars
Genomics Leadership
Bring together Alberta’s life sciences ecosystem through a strategy or framework to maximize value from coordinated investments across the molecular life sciences research and innovation community.
Address Alberta's Challenges
Use genomics to deliver solutions by generating higher value from large-scale genomics datasets, coordinating infrastructure deployment, and connecting the talent and expertise needed.
Adopt and Commercialize
Expand economic impacts, employment and commercialization opportunities derived from Alberta’s genomics knowledge and biotechnology sector.

Our Story
Genome Canada was created in 2000 to build international leadership in genomics and other ‘omics research for Canada. Together with (then) Industry Canada, they recognized the revolutionary genomics research potential across the country, and established five distinct Regional Genome Centres (Atlantic Canada, Quebec, Ontario, the Prairies, and BC) to develop specific Life Sciences research platforms and address and support regional priorities as part of the National Strategy.
In 2005, at the request of the Alberta Government, Genome Alberta was created to advance our provincial priorities through genomics solutions. Alberta continues to be a great place for innovators, entrepreneurs and investors. We are home to top ranking universities and polytechnics with world-leading experts in genomics fields. Our economic prosperity requires us to continually build our reputation as leaders in environmental responsibility, positive social change, and adapting to changes in the global marketplace.
With offices in Calgary and Edmonton, Genome Alberta initiates, funds and manages projects around the province and participates in a variety of other initiatives across the country. The discoveries arising from Genome Alberta research programs are realized through partnerships with provincial academic institutions, industry, government agencies and departments, and other regional, national and international organizations. We are working with you to advance innovation together.
Priority Areas
Genome Alberta will focus its efforts on the enhancement of strategic priority areas: