Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) is a global leader in translational health research and the research arm of Vancouver Coastal Health, advancing discovery and innovation from bench to bedside to community across one of Canada’s largest academic health systems. VCHRI operates across Vancouver General Hospital, UBC Hospital, GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre, and a network of community hospitals and public health agencies, in partnership with the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine.

With more than $100 million in annual research funding and over 2,400 investigators, clinicians, trainees and staff, VCHRI supports research excellence across acute care, rehabilitation, population and public health, mental health and substance use, alongside emerging priorities such as digital health, artificial intelligence and precision medicine. This integrated environment accelerates the development and translation of evidence-based innovations that improve patient outcomes and strengthen the health system.

VCHRI is a cornerstone of British Columbia’s clinical trials ecosystem, providing comprehensive infrastructure and specialized services for industry-sponsored, grant-funded, and investigator-initiated studies across all trial phases. Dedicated inpatient clinical trials capacity at Vancouver General Hospital enables patients to access cutting-edge therapies close to home while generating high-quality data that meets rigorous regulatory and ethical standards.

Through initiatives in artificial intelligence and digital health, VCHRI brings together clinicians, researchers, data scientists, and industry partners to develop scalable, real-world solutions that enhance care delivery, improve system performance, and contribute to healthier communities in British Columbia and beyond. Learn more at vchri.ca