Cystic Fibrosis Canada is one of national charitable but not-for-profit corporation established in 1960.

The organization also provides educational materials for the cystic fibrosis community and the general public; undertakes advocacy initiatives with, and on behalf of Canadians with cystic fibrosis, and raises funds to support its programs.

[3] Cystic Fibrosis Canada's primary objective is to fund CF research and care: the organization annually funds approximately 50 research projects, in addition to scholars, post-doctoral fellows, and students undertaking CF investigations.

[4] To help ensure consistent, high-quality care across the country, Cystic Fibrosis Canada provides support to clinicians through grants, training awards and access to statistical information through the online Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Registry.

Canadian researchers are viewed as leaders in the global effort to find a cure or control for cystic fibrosis.