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.
Administrative hurdles to disability benefits are barriers to survival
All nursing designations must be recognized as health professionals qualified to sign off on the federal Disability Tax Credit.
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.
Canada must treat hydrogen as a strategic asset
As the government embarks on its first nation-building projects and prepares its inaugural budget, we face a pivotal moment—and hydrogen must be part of the plan.
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.
Rebuilding our immigration system to attract the best and brightest
The decision last year to include graduate students in the federal study permit cap poses a serious limitation on this country’s capacity to conduct research.
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.
Canada needs a community rating system to tame rising flood costs
While a national flood insurance program can close the protection gap for high-risk homes, unless communities take steps to reduce their exposure, costs will only escalate.
