Funded by the Government of Canada and other partners, Grand Challenges Canada is dedicated to supporting Bold Ideas with Big Impact®.

Geneva, Switzerland – 6 November 2024 – The Geneva Learning Foundation (TGLF) and Grand Challenges Canada (GCC) are proud to announce a new partnership that will focus on transforming insights from the local health community in low- and middle-income countries into actionable insights about the pressing health challenges posed by climate change. This collaboration aims […]

Rahul is a seasoned global leader, with deep experience in social impact, innovation and sustainability. Prior to Grand Challenges Canada, he was the Managing Partner at Upswing Solutions, an ESG advisory services firm, the VP of ESG at Export Development Canada, the Managing Partner at Care Impact Partners, and the Executive Direct of the Global Alliance on Humanitarian Innovation.

Update as of October 9, 2024: Please note that we are currently pausing the application intake for Proof-of-Concept funding. 1. Transition-to-Scale (TTS) Funding . TTS funding between $300,000 CAD and $1,500,000 CAD over 12-48 months will be awarded to support organizations that align with country-specific priorities along their scaling journey to …

1. Learn across portfolios, areas of impact, and partners 2. Convene for action, informed by evidence and policy analysis 3. Build partnerships for co-investment, co-financing, and direct support to accelerate market-

The Challenge. One in seven adolescents worldwide faces mental health conditions, and suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-29 year-olds.In low- and middle-income countries, up to 90% of young people’s mental health needs are unmet due to a lack of resources. Despite the growing need, national health budgets globally only allocate 2% to mental health.

Our Values. Integrity – We take ownership and pride in our actions, ensuring accountability and transparency while upholding the highest ethical standards.. Learning – We move toward reconciliation by acknowledging we are visitors; take actions that show respect for local customs, values, and protocol; and support the right to self-determination. ...

Akin is a generalist with over 20 years of experience in the private and public sectors. He cut his teeth in the strategy and operations practice of a top-tier consulting firm where he held management and global roles. He left consulting to lead Ontario’s innovation economy portfolios driving the competitiveness of its $720B clusters. Afterward […]

Transition To Scale. Through our Transition to Scale (TTS) program, GCC supports promising innovations with a proven impact that have the potential to save or improve lives.

As the Senior Director, Humanitarian Innovation at GCC, Fawad is responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of Humanitarian Grand Challenge (HGC) program of GCC. He is also responsible for maintaining strategic partnership related to HGC and informing the Canadian and Global humanitarian policies and systems. Fawad Akbari is a pediatrician, global health, and humanitarian […]