BioPortal - Your Window to Biotechnology

The BioPortal offers a one-stop source of government information on biotechnology covering everything from the latest government research to policies, strategies, ethics, regulations and the business of biotechnology.

Eligibility Criteria

For consumers, scientists, educators, industry and academia.

Summary

What is available on the site?

BioGateway - A tool to help you locate information on biotechnology from the Government of Canada. Access policies, research activities and resources from the departments and agencies of the Government of Canada. Find information on R&D, health, ethics, the environment, and the business of biotechnology.

BioBasics - Explore the science of biotechnology with a plain language primer. Find out about the benefits of biotechnology and the issues it raises.

BioStrategy - Read about Canada's strategy to promote the safe and beneficial development of biotechnology. Find reports on Canadian public opinion and consultations, and learn how Canada is addressing the social and ethical challenges.

BioRegulations - Learn how Canada regulates biotechnology applications ranging from cosmetics to drugs to medical devices. Find legislation, guidelines, and industry contacts and forms.

BioGov - Explore biotechnology on a global level through this fully searchable window to government. Find information ranging from gene technology and stem cell research to global biotechnology strategies, policies and regulations from governments and governing bodies around the globe.

New Brunswick Contact(s):
See National Contact.

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National Contact(s):
BioPortal
Government of Canada
E-mail: info@biotech.gc.ca
Web site: http://www.bioportal.gc.ca/english/BioPortalHome.asp?x=1