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Genome Atlantic helps companies and industries to attract investments and leverage matching funding for applied genomics R&D initiatives. We work in partnership with clients across Atlantic Canada to deliver genomic solutions with long-lasting impacts.
#Genomics transforms health in Atlantic Canada. From preventing fatal heart disease to faster rare disease diagnosis to mental health breakthroughs - better health outcomes for all. Learn how Genomics is improving health, the economy & the environment annualreport.geno mental health breakthroughs
February 3, 2026 at 12:55 PM
Understanding the seafloor for smarter energy development. @genomeatlantic & NS Dept. of Energy use #genomics to map methane seeps & assess geohazards - de-risking offshore oil & gas exploration & wind energy infrastructure. 1 of 25 amazing innovations: https://bit.ly/3YEaOHW #GenomeAtlantic25
January 30, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Our new Genomics in Mining Innovation Fund New funding will support projects that bring genomics-based approaches to mining challenges in Atlantic Canada - from exploration & discovery to legacy site remediation bit.ly/49Qu2AE. Check it out!
#CriticalMinerals #Mining
January 29, 2026 at 11:04 PM
Just released: Genomics and Mining Report. Atlantic Canada has the resources & research capacity to lead in critical minerals - and Genomics is unlocking possibilities across the entire mining lifecycle bit.ly/49Qu2AE
#CriticalMinerals #Mining
January 29, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Climate change threatens softwood lumber. #Genomics builds resilience. Enter FastTRAC ($6.2M). @Genomeatlantic, @GenomeQuebec & partners use genomic selection to breed climate-ready spruce. Potential 10% production boost. Secure forests. One of 25 innovations https://bit.ly/3YEaOHW #GenomeAtlantic25
January 27, 2026 at 3:55 PM
MSX hits Atlantic Canada’s oysters. #Genomics responds. Genome Atlantic and our partners lead $4M in projects to breed disease-resistant oyster breeding & create early detection tools for MSX & Dermo. Working in partnership to protect a vital industry and coastal livelihoods. https://bit.ly/3YEaOHW
January 22, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Private sector investment in Genome Atlantic projects makes up 30% of our portfolio (up from 8% in 2008). Our end-user-led model means industry shapes the projects, research meets real business needs & companies stay globally competitive. https://bit.ly/3YEaOHW #GenomeAtlantic25 #AtlanticCanada
January 20, 2026 at 12:55 PM
Measuring what matters: turning investment into impact

Every $1 → $23 in R&D + $59 to GDP

2018-2023 results: →$178M economic output → $122M GDP → 927 jobs → $8.9M tax revenues. #Genomics drives Atlantic Canada innovation. #GenomeAtlantic25 #genomics #AtlanticCanada https://bit.ly/3YEaOHW
January 16, 2026 at 1:05 PM
From climate-proofing forests to mapping our offshore for green energy development, from
protecting oysters to advancing health equity. 25 years. 25 game-changing #Genomics
innovations driving economic development & health in Atlantic Canada.
annualreport.genomeatlantic.ca##GenomeAtlantic25
January 14, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Get the scoop on microbes, inside & out at BAtl's December seminar. Register today batl.bio/2025/12/03/d.... Following the seminar there's an in-person social event so you can carry on the conversation! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is proud to be a sponsor. #Microbes #Bioinformatics
December 9, 2025
Microbes, Inside and Out Our theme for December 2025, our third (and special holiday) edition of BAtl, is “Microbes, Inside and Out” We will explore the importance of biological communities i…
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December 4, 2025 at 3:53 PM
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social is launching a search for our next President & CEO - an exciting opportunity for a strategic, relationship-driven leader to help advance genomics & biotech in #AtlanticCanada! genomeatlantic.ca/genome-atlan...
#genomics #leadership
Genome Atlantic Launches Search for Next President & CEO - Genome Atlantic
Following the announcement that Steve Armstrong will step down as President & CEO in May 2026, Genome Atlantic’s Board of Directors has initiated the
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November 6, 2025 at 5:54 PM
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social 's Kaitlyn Keller presents findings from our sector intelligence report on how #Genomics can support the #mining & #criticalminerals sector - at #EMP2025 in Fredericton NB. Proud to be a Gold Sponsor! Thanks NB Department of Natural Resources for a great conference!
October 28, 2025 at 3:32 PM
So proud to sponsor this week's NS Offshore Wind R&D Forum 2025! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social 's Britta Fiander addressed delegates yesterday about the critical role #Genomics plays. #NetzeroAtlantic @coveocean.bsky.social @nsgov.bsky.social #OffshoreWind #BlueEconomy
September 25, 2025 at 1:12 PM
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social & @genomecanada.ca are launching a regional GAPP to fast-track genomics solutions for Atlantic Canada’s #naturalresources. Priority: critical minerals, energy innovation, and the bioeconomy. Apply + pitch your idea. bit.ly/4n53PCx
September 15, 2025 at 3:14 PM
United against #MSX - joining forces to fight a deadly oyster disease bit.ly/3HiTbZc @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @genomecanada.ca @rodberesford70 @ednatecinc #MalletOysters @PEIAquaculture #PEIShellfishAssn @PotlotekFirstNation
August 11, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Collaboration in action! We’re working with @PortOfHalifax & partners to advance #eDNA based environmental monitoring—a big step for sustainable ports & healthy ecosystems. Recognized by
@WorldPorts
Ports of Corner Brook, Halifax, Saint John and Summerside - Atlantic Ports Baseline Biodiversity Initiative - World Port Sustainability Program
The Atlantic Ports Baseline Biodiversity Initiative is an innovative project aimed at enhancing biodiversity monitoring across four Atlantic Canadian ports: Halifax, Saint John, Summerside, and Corner...
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July 21, 2025 at 2:24 PM
A $3.1M project announced today will fast-track MSX-resistant oyster seed using genomics & selective breeding - an industry game-changer! @GenomeAtlantic.bsky.social @GenomeQuebec,bsky.social @GenomeCanada #MalletOysters @UniversiteLaval Learn more & video with Martin Mallet https://bit.ly/4eoBhAi
June 27, 2025 at 2:15 PM
New funding opportunity: The GAPP supports industry-academic partnerships to drive genomics and biotech innovation, de-risk R&D and accelerate commercialization. Learn More bit.ly/4ljNEzU @GenomeCanada @genomeatlantic.bsky.social
June 26, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Announcing five new public-private R&D projects tackling urgent health and industry challenges across the country – including tackling oyster MSX in Atlantic Canada. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZMltBp
##OysterMSX #CanadianGenomicsStrategy
June 26, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Looking forward to attending #Biocon2025 this week in Saint John, N.B.! Thanks Research N.B. for putting together another excellent lineup again this year!
June 2, 2025 at 1:15 PM
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social is proud to be part of the collaborative push to protect Atlantic Canada's oyster industry from MSX. #MalletOysters #NewBrunswickRPC ‘Minimize the damage’: Race to study MSX heats up as deadly disease hits Maritime oysters www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-...
‘Minimize the damage’: Race to study MSX heats up as deadly disease hits Maritime oysters
Researchers in Atlantic Canada are racing to try to solve a pressing problem — how to tackle a parasite that’s killing oysters and threatening the region’s multimillion-dollar industry.
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May 27, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Wow, what a great turnout for the 2nd annual MicroScape Biodiversity Day at The Discovery Centre this weekend! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is a proud sponsor! Big Shout Out to Dr. John Archibald and the @dalhousieu.bsky.social volunteers for putting together a great exhibit!
May 26, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Genomics is booming—and N.B. Community College is getting ahead of the curve! Simon Potter shares how NBCC's upcoming Functional Genomics Program, with a little support from @genomeatlantic.bsky.social, will help build the skilled workforce Atlantic Canada needs for this fast-growing field.
May 21, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Measuring marine biodiversity can be costly. A $120K collaboration between @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @ednatecinc and Miawpukek Horizon Maritime Services could cut costs by using existing ship traffic to collect DNA samples vs hiring research vessels bit.ly/43gRtQl
May 20, 2025 at 2:54 PM