· To support the goals and values of the
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
· To communicate the significance of health research to the broadest possible public audience and to engage this audience in informed discourse.
· To facilitate a sharing of health care and health research knowledge through public forums.
· To attract and support health research trainees in their career development.
· To establish community-based partnerships to assist in the achievement of goals.
Photo: 2012 Friesen Prize Public Forum
September 19, 2012 – Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel, Ottawa
Left to Right: Dr. Henry G. Friesen (Distinguished University Professor, University of Manitoba) and Dr. Aubie Angel (Founding President, Friends of CIHR)
The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research was established in 2005 by Friends of CIHR in recognition of
Dr. Friesen’s distinguished leadership, vision and innovative contributions to health research and health research policy.
Photo: 2012 Leaders’ Breakfast
September 19, 2012 – Canadian Museum of Nature, Ottawa
Reflections from Dr. Henry G. Friesen (Distinguished University Professor, University of Manitoba)
The Friesen Prize Program endeavours
to reach the broadest possible audience at major centres across Canada.
Institutional visits ensure national impact.
Photo: 2025 U Calgary Friesen Prize visit
featuring Dr. Gordon Guyatt
Left to Right: Dr. Gordon Guyatt (2024 Friesen Prizewinner) and
Dr. Peter N. Lewis (Interim President, FCIHR)
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