Gairdner Science Week 2025

From October 20–23, 2025, the Gairdner Foundation will host Gairdner Science Week, a dynamic, week-long celebration of cutting-edge research, global health innovation, and the brilliant minds behind the 2025 Canada Gairdner Awards. Taking place across Canada and online, this national showcase is dedicated to amplifying the impact of science and its power to change lives.


Main poster image by Canadian Illustrator Matthew Billington.

October 20:Monday, Oct 20, 2025

  • GAIRDNER CONNECTS: NATIONAL STUDENT OUTREACH

    In partnership with over 20 universities, this national tour features current and past Gairdner laureates who engage with students through dynamic presentations, interactive sessions, and digital cont...

October 21:Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025

October 22:Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025

  • INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM

    This year’s International Symposium celebrates the pioneering work of Drs. Michael J. Welsh and Paul Negulescu

  • WOMEN OF GAIRDNER

    The program invites students, researchers, and academic leaders to explore how we can collectively shape a more inclusive scientific community.

October 23:Thursday, Oct 23, 2025

  • 2025 Laureate Lectures

    The Laureate Lectures offer a rare opportunity to hear directly from the 2025 Canada Gairdner Award recipients as they share the stories and science behind their discoveries.

  • GAIRDNER CONNECTS STUDENT LUNCH

    High school and undergraduate students will have the chance to connect one-on-one with Gairdner laureates and other leading researchers

  • CANADA GAIRDNER AWARDS GALA

    A gala celebrating the remarkable achievements of the 2025 Canada Gairdner Award laureates