The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), in partnership with the Fonds de la Recherche du Québec (FRQ), the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, and Michael Smith Health Research BC, is investing over $10 million to support 14 research teams across Canada. Through the Strengthening Resilient and Equitable Public Health Systems (STEPS) initiative, these teams will work over the coming years to generate actionable evidence and develop practical solutions to strengthen public health systems, improve health equity, and enhance preparedness for current and future challenges.