Sanofi-aventis Canada inc. (Sanofi Canada) is pleased to announce that applications for the 2024 Sanofi Biogenius Canada Grants are now open. Part of Sanofi Canada's longstanding commitment to improving access to hands-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning, the $50,000 financial grants aim to provide necessary resources to Canadian public high schools to advance STEM education and inspire students to embrace scientific discovery.
"At Sanofi Canada, we strongly believe in nurturing the upcoming generation of talent and take pride in providing support to Canadian public high schools to advance STEM education. The Sanofi Biogenius Canada Grants help to create equal opportunities for all students to excel in STEM fields, enabling them to build the skills required for future success. Since launching the program in 2021, Sanofi has witnessed the tremendous impact it has had on propelling students' scientific learning. We encourage teachers, school administrators, and principals across Canada to apply and join us in our efforts to foster a culture of innovation and scientific exploration." -Stephanie Veyrun-Manetti, Canada Country Lead and General Manager, Specialty Care, Sanofi Canada
"Canadian educators demonstrate extraordinary commitment and creativity, delivering high-quality science education despite limited and often outdated resources. The Sanofi Biogenius Canada Grants transform selected schools, strengthening STEM programs, benefiting teachers and students, and shaping the future of STEM education."- Reni Barlow, Executive Director, Youth Science Canada
"As innovation becomes more central to our world, the need for individuals who can pursue careers in STEM will only grow. STEM education and hands-on learning are essential for students' future success, however, a majority of Canadian students lose interest in STEM courses before completing high school. Let's Talk Science and Sanofi Canada share a common goal of empowering students to embrace science, technology, and innovation, and we believe that providing schools with the necessary resources is essential to advance science education. The Sanofi Biogenius Canada Grants will continue to have a long-lasting impact on each school that receives these funds." -Nathan Kostiuk, Western Regional Coordinator, Let's Talk Science
Public high schools across Canada can apply for the Sanofi Biogenius Canada Grants from March 15 to May 15, 2024. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to hands-on STEM learning opportunities for all students, no matter their sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, family status or location. Recipients can use the funds to renovate existing laboratory facilities, purchase new scientific equipment, develop programs to enhance the impact of labs or any combination of the above. Four Canadian public high schools will be selected to receive a Sanofi Biogenius Canada Grant. To apply for a Sanofi Biogenius Canada Grant or for more information, visit https://biogenius.ca/biogenius-grant/.