Breadcrumb Map of Members Canadian Institutes of Health Research Canadian Institutes of Health Research Membership category - Full Member Contact Information http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/12506.html 00 1 403 210 6559 Location 700 University Ave, 4th Floor, Room 4-099 Toronto ON M5G 1Z5 Canada Social Media Profiles The CIHR Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) has a mandate to, "excel, according to internationally accepted standards of scientific excellence, in the creation of new knowledge and its translation into improved health for Canadians, more effective health services and products and a strengthened Canadian health care system." ICR is one the 13 institutes of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) dedicated to supporting research that reduces the burden of cancer on individuals and families through prevention strategies, screening, diagnosis, effective treatment, psycho-social support systems and palliation. The group is committed to working with all members of the cancer community to develop strategic research and knowledge translation initiatives that will lead to improvements in cancer prevention and control for all Canadians. ICR places a strong emphasis on partnership and collaboration when planning research initiatives and maintains a focus on promoting effective mechanisms for the timely translation of research results into action. CIHR became a full member of UICC in May 2008. UICC is comprised of a wealth and variety of members About membership Are you interested in joining a dynamic network of over 1,000 organisations? Apply for membership Last update Tuesday 16 January 2024 Share this page