WHO WE ARE
The Physiotherapy Foundation of Canada (PFC) was founded in 1982 by a committed group of physiotherapists who strongly believed in the power and importance of research. For 28 years, PFC has been supporting Canadian physiotherapy researchers in their quest to advance treatment techniques, knowledge and skills of Canada’s 16,000 physiotherapists.
PFC - the only charitable organization in Canada dedicated to the funding of physiotherapy research - has awarded more than $1.2 million in grants and scholarships during this time.
The research projects PFC funds enable important development work to be done. The scientific evidence gathered through this research will enable better treatment and decision making in the practice of physiotherapy.
PFC’s objectives are to:
- Provide funding for physiotherapy research
- Award scholarships and to fund educational opportunities that build research capacity
- Recognize research accomplishments
- Develop strategic partnerships with physiotherapy stakeholders including corporations, clinics, educational institutions, and individuals.
Read more about PFC’s history, the type of research we fund and new awards for 2010.