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The Kidney Foundation of Canada research program appreciates the dedication and support of the research community. A large number of community members contribute each year by acting as peer reviewers, reviewing and selecting the best research projects for funding through the Foundation’s three...

Our donors are a vital force supporting those affected by kidney disease, advancing world-class research, and promoting kidney health and organ donation. In order to fund our important work, we operate a diverse mix of fundraising campaigns. These campaigns can also have other important benefits,...

Health Canada has approved Ozempic (semaglutide) for people living with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. This means Ozempic can now be prescribed not only to help manage blood sugar, but also to protect the kidneys and the heart. This decision comes following the release of the results of...

Clinical trials are research studies that are designed to answer specific questions about biomedical or behavioural interventions, like medications, devices, or protocols. They are often used to gain information about the safety and effectiveness of an intervention. Are you interested in...

You can help researchers gain a better understanding of the challenges of living with kidney disease. Current opportunities Browse the current opportunities below and click on a link for more details on participation and how to enrol. Overview Food insecurity – a lack of safe and adequate access...

Strategic partnership allows the Foundation to contribute to the funding and development of larger, more intricate projects and networks which may fall outside the scope of our standard funding opportunities. These partnership opportunities help to leverage donor support, often increasing each...

People with Lived Experience in Peer Review Peer review is a key step in the evaluation of research projects to ensure that they represent feasible, ethical, and applicable projects that are well positioned to result in success.   Historically, this process has been completed a third party...

The Kidney Connect Program Peer support is one of our key services. The KIDNEY CONNECT Program is an opportunity for people affected by kidney disease to talk to others who’ve been there too. The program is free, confidential, and is there to help anyone touched by kidney disease. For example,...