Welcome to CANFAR
The Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR) was founded in 1987 and aims to end Canada’s HIV epidemic by leading national strategies to increase prevention, testing, treatment and linkage to care, and to end HIV stigma.
Fueled by fundraising, CANFAR supports research, builds awareness and cultivates partnerships.
Over the past three and a half decades, CANFAR has invested more than $24 million in close to 500 grants to HIV/AIDS research projects that have led to tremendous breakthroughs in HIV prevention, testing, access to treatment, stigma, and the search for a cure. In addition, CANFAR annually reaches thousands of Canadian youth and educators through its national youth HIV awareness programs.
CANFAR’s work in ending the HIV epidemic in Canada would not be possible without the support and generosity of our donors.
Our Latest News
CANFAR Leadership Announcement
Dear CANFAR Community, On behalf of the Board of Directors, we are writing to share important news regarding a leadership transition at CANFAR. After years
AIDSBEAT 28 raises over $180,000 for CANFAR
Another incredible AIDSBEAT at the El Mocambo for the books! The 28th edition on Friday, June 6, 2025 raised over $180,000 for our mission to
Our Healthbox Launches at St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg with Support from BMO and CANFAR
Groundbreaking initiative expands access to healthcare essentials with the addition of ‘smart’ vending machines at Manitoba’s second-largest hospital, located in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface neighbourhood.
Women’s Health, REACH Nexus and CANFAR host HIV testing event at Journey To Black Liberation Symposium
Women’s Health in Women’s Hands, in partnership with Canadian Foundation For AIDS Research (CANFAR) and REACH Nexus at the MAP Centre for Urban Health Solutions at St. Michael’s Hospital, will have
LCBO’s “LOVE PAIRS WITH EVERYTHING” Campaign raises $1.6 million for CANFAR and other charities
LCBO’s annual Pride campaign, Love Pairs with Everything, raised $1.6 million to support health, wellness, and safety programs for charity partners CANFAR is tremendously grateful
TD Bank Group supports CANFAR’s youth sexual health education through Sexfluent.ca
Sexfluent to receive $300,000 over 3 years to amplify the reach and engagement among Canada’s youth in their sexual health. CANFAR is excited to announce
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Ways to Give
Donate in support of ending the HIV epidemic in Canada.
Fundraising Events
Attend our fundraising events, AIDSbeat, Can You Do Lunch? & Bloor Street Entertains.
Legacy 2.0
Join the social network to foster awareness and prevention of HIV for young at risk aged 16-29.
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