The Weston Family Foundation invests in innovation and learning to deliver measurable impacts to the well-being of Canadians. We take a collaborative approach to philanthropy, working alongside forward-thinking partners to advance Canada and create lasting benefits.
Our Focus Areas
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More than 60 years of philanthropy have taught us that there’s a relationship between healthy people and healthy landscapes.
That’s why we champion world-class health research and innovation with the same passion that we support initiatives that protect and restore biodiversity.
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Healthy Aging
Our Healthy Aging strategy aims to catalyze and scale science-based approaches to significantly improve the health of Canadians.
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Healthy Ecosystems
Our Healthy Ecosystems strategy aims to restore and protect biodiversity on Canada’s wild, agricultural and urban landscapes.
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Special Projects
In addition to our two focus areas, we also fund a number of projects that contribute to a vibrant and resilient Canada.
Latest News
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July 26, 2024
Dévoilement des lauréats et lauréates des bourses de la famille Weston pour la recherche nordique
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July 26, 2024
Announcing the 2024 Weston Family Awards in Northern Research Scholars
May 15, 2024
Canadian researchers will test a promising new fecal microbiota treatment on patients to cure advanced melanoma
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April 26, 2024
$2.7 million awarded to outstanding projects in microbiome research that are improving human health
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Learn more about our current funding opportunities
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A History of Giving
Look back at highlights of more than six decades of giving from the Weston Family Foundation