Grand Challenges Canada

Grand Challenges Canada is an economic development agency based in Toronto, Canada. Established in 2010, it is funded by the Government of Canada. The agency supports integrate science and technology, social and business innovation. Grand Challenges Canada works closely with Canada's International Development Research Centre (IDRC), the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and Global Affairs Canada to catalyze scale, sustainability, and impact. The assets of the agency are managed and governed by the board of directors.Grand Challenges Canada's investment portfolio is valued at CAD 22.57 million, with investments in private equity and cash.