University and College Research
Higher education is under pressure, and we’re up to the challenge
A Canada without our excellent universities would look very different. Now more than ever, we need to come together as a country to strengthen these invaluable institutions.
The unsung guardians of Canadian dominion, innovation, and prosperity
To fully leverage the capabilities of academic institutions, Canada must adopt a future-oriented research approach by aligning research priorities with national interests.
Has the time come for a Canadian DARPA?
A program inspired by DARPA would position our country as an indispensable partner within NATO and a credible contributor to North American security.
Canada remains at the ‘wrong end of the data vacuum,’ says Sen. Colin Deacon as Liberals preview AI, privacy legislation reboot
Civil liberties groups are urging the need for greater penalties for corporate non-compliance, and for recognition of the human right to privacy in new legislation.
U.S. war on science has ‘damaged’ Canada’s research ecosystem, but also offers opportunity, say university advocates
The gutting of science funding in the U.S. hurts research everywhere, including in Canada, says Gabriel Miller, president and CEO of Universities Canada.
Trust universities to lead Canada’s next wave of innovation
The talent, infrastructure, and ideas are here. What’s needed now is federal leadership that matches the scale of our ambitions.
Canada’s next era of nation-building depends on AI and quantum innovation
The upcoming budget will be critical in charting this country’s course in technological growth.
Research is a major Canadian project
Co-ordinated research and immigration policies can ensure that today’s transformative initiatives deliver long-term dividends for Canadians.
A new deal for post-secondary education and research
Finding a solution to the financial crisis our colleges and universities face requires action by both the federal and provincial governments.
