We are immensely grateful to our funding partners whose unwavering support has been instrumental in realizing the vision of CanStim. These organizations share our commitment to advancing stroke rehabilitation research and improving patient outcomes. Through their generous contributions, we have been able to pioneer innovative approaches and foster collaboration among experts in the field. Here is a brief overview of the funding agencies that have supported CanStim’s mission:

Brain Canada and the Canadian Partnership for Stroke Recovery: Brain Canada’s dedication to funding transformative neuroscience research aligns seamlessly with CanStim’s mission to push the boundaries of stroke rehabilitation. The collaborative partnership with the Heart & Stroke Foundation Canadian Partnership for Stroke Recovery underscores a shared commitment to advancing stroke recovery initiatives across Canada. Together, these organizations have provided invaluable resources and support, propelling CanStim toward its goal of enhancing patient outcomes and reshaping the landscape of stroke rehabilitation research.

Le Réseau Provincial de Recherche en Adaptation-Réadaptation (REPAR): Le Réseau Provincial de Recherche en Adaptation-Réadaptation (REPAR) has been a vital partner in supporting CanStim’s efforts to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice in stroke rehabilitation. As a provincial research network dedicated to promoting adaptation and rehabilitation research, REPAR’s collaboration with CanStim has fostered interdisciplinary dialogue and facilitated the translation of research findings into tangible solutions for individuals recovering from stroke and neurological disorders. REPAR’s commitment to fostering innovation and excellence has significantly contributed to CanStim’s success in advancing the field of non-invasive brain stimulation methods for stroke rehabilitation.

The Canadian Stroke Consortium (CSCS) has been instrumental in advancing stroke research and care through its funding initiatives, such as the Canadian Stroke Trials for Optimized Results (CaSTOR) Collaborative Networking Grant. This grant is designed to foster collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and institutions across Canada, promoting innovative approaches to stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery. By providing financial support and facilitating a network of experts, the CaSTOR Collaborative Networking Grant aims to optimize clinical trial designs, enhance data sharing, and ultimately improve outcomes for stroke patients. This initiative underscores the CSCS’s commitment to driving high-impact research and ensuring that the latest scientific discoveries are translated into effective clinical practices.

CanStim awarded strategic research platform and facility support grant from Québec Government. As recently announced by the Quebec government’s Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie (MEIE), CanStim was awarded a grant as part of the Quebec Research and Innovation Investment Strategy 2022-2027. This support reflects the importance of the CanStim platform, which offers a unique combination of scientific expertise, technical know-how and specialized equipment in the field of neurostimulation. Specifically, the MEIE grant ensures the continued contribution of Quebec-based research teams to CanStim’s mission, to develop neuromodulation treatments for people with neurological disorders and to promote access to state-of-the-art infrastructure for companies and other stakeholders in the field of non-invasive brain stimulation. Together, with support from partners such as the Government of Quebec, we look forward to pursuing this mission.