Child Health Research - for lifelong health and well-being
Children are not small adults: at every age, they are unique. Preventing stressors and treating illnesses in babies and children have lifelong benefits. Our institute is devoted to child health research in a wide spectrum of disciplines – all focused on better lifelong health and well-being for children, families and communities.
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5-Year Impact Report (2021-2025)
This Report shows what's possible when a community commits to the health and well-being of children and families. Over the past five years, our researchers, clinicians, partners, and supporters have continued to propel ACHRI into one of Canada’s most active and collaborative child and maternal health research communities.
New Centre for Research & Innovative Care Update
Plans are advancing to increase inpatient capacity at the Alberta Children’s Hospital and to build a new pediatric “Centre for Research & Innovative Care”, thanks to an initial $2 million investment from the Government of Alberta and an additional $2 million from the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.
One Child Every Child
A Canada-first research initiative with a vision for all children to be healthy, empowered and thriving.
Featured news
Vaping study shows need to empower youth to lead community action
Mental health researchers seek ways to work with young Calgarians to address rise in substance use
Celebrating a legacy of partnership and innovation
Saifa Koonar retiring as president and CEO of the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation
Introducing UCalgary’s 2026 Killam Annual Professors
Five scholars from medicine, science, social work and engineering recognized
Tyler Williamson renewed as director of the Centre for Health Informatics
Renewal of five-year term effective July 1, 2026