The Owerko Centre
A hub for researchers at the Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute dedicated to the study of neurodevelopmental disorders and the improvement of child mental health.
Understanding neurodevelopment, neurodevelopmental disorders, and child mental health requires collaboration, coordination and a multidisciplinary team science approach. Through research, education and community engagement, the Owerko Centre brings together multiple parallel efforts and serves as a multidisciplinary research hub with a broad translational focus on neurodevelopment, child mental health, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Research
We champion innovative research to catalyze discoveries in children’s brain and mental health.
Education
We offer educational and training opportunities to empower the next generation of researchers with cross-disciplinary approaches to children's brain and mental health.
Community Engagement
By engaging the community, we enhance connections that inform and translate innovative research and partnerships.
Owerko Centre Members
The Owerko Centre has a growing community of 70+ members representing nearly all UCalgary faculties including the Cumming School of Medicine, Werklund School of Education and Faculties of Arts, Science, Kinesiology, Nursing and Social Work.
Partnerships
A key strength of the Owerko Centre is our network of close partners and collaborators. The Owerko Centre is at the centre of a thriving ecosystem facilitating research, education and community engagement to advance initiatives related to neurodevelopment and child health.
Azrieli Accelerator
Led by Owerko Centre Director, Dr. Susan Graham, the Azrieli Accelerator brings together transdisciplinary teams across UCalgary to explore and transform neurodevelopment research across the lifespan.
One Child Every Child
The Owerko Centre is proud to be a part of UCalgary's One Child Every Child, a Canada-first research initiative that is transforming child health research.
Little Red Reading House
Located in Inglewood, Calgary, the Little Red Reading House is a community branch of the Owerko Centre.
In the News
UCalgary study aims to use genetic testing to predict response to ADHD medication
One Child Every Child Graduate awards support a new generation of child health and wellness researchers, such as Sam Siu
Tools that help children with trauma need your vote
Video and infographic developed at UCalgary by the COPE team competing in national CIHR contest
Four University of Calgary faculty named to incoming class of Royal Society of Canada College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists
Chad Bousman, Jinguang Hu, Myrle Ballard, and Amanda Melin recognized as emerging generation of intellectual leadership
Owerko Centre Catalyst Grant supports team exploring robot-assisted walking devices in schools
UCalgary pilot project provides unique opportunities for children with neurodevelopmental conditions
UCalgary receives $2.5M grant to improve navigation of support systems for multiple neurodivergent communities
Social work researcher Dr. David Nicholas and colleagues to address gaps in accessing services
Jayna Holroyd-Leduc re-appointed department head, Department of Medicine
Appointment effective July 1, 2025
Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation's Report to the Community
The Owerko Centre is generously supported by the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation. Read more about the incredible impact they are having in advancing innovative care for children.
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