Digital research infrastructure is the key to the future success of Canada’s research ecosystem
We must build a truly pan-Canadian digital research infrastructure that enables revolutionary artificial intelligence developments.
Canada’s research ecosystem must drive impact
The country’s colleges and institutes are uniquely placed to reimagine our approach to meeting policy challenges.
New capstone agency promises to improve Canada’s research enterprise
An overarching agency will improve the current funding system, and help to develop it as a true meritocracy where the best ideas are funded.
Research partnerships are key to Canada’s net-zero economic future
When you bring together the right people, you push the boundaries of innovation.
Ontario’s health-care system is putting Métis lives at risk—it’s time governments invest in research to influence meaningful change
Public policymakers and researchers need timely information that reflects the health-care needs of the Métis population.
Canada needs a roadmap for research
Let’s agree on our priorities, and invest in research to develop the talent pool we will need in the years ahead.
Vigilance required to bolster ‘first steps’ in national security measures for university research, says Montreal prof
NDP MP Richard Cannings argues Canada doesn’t fund research to the same extent as some other countries, and this increases the risk of Canadian researchers being attracted to foreign sources for funding.
Proving animal consciousness
The New York Declaration on Animal Consciousness uses tentative language, but makes bold statements challenging orthodox views on the consciousness of creatures.
Biotech
Biotechnology must factor into a broader Canadian industrial policy
Governments should focus on supporting basic research, helping startups, and funding the scale-up of growth companies.
