New strategic initiative ‘Genomic Monitoring of Pathogens in Water’

The Genomic Monitoring of Pathogens in Water (GeMPaW) initiative, launched in April 2023 with a $10 million Genome Canada investment, will help Canada defend its population, wildlife and environment from major threats posed by emerging pathogens (EPs) and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), including antibiotic resistant bacteria and genes. Through cutting-edge genomic monitoring in water and pan-Canadian collaboration, this strategic initiative will prepare Canada for future pandemics and other emerging health challenges with a One Health approach.