Federal Science, Technology and Innovation Review

January 29, 2014

Submission by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada in response to the federal government’s recently launched consultation process to update its science, technology and innovation strategy. The association highlights the universities’ unique role in Canada’s innovation system.

The association points out that our ability to train innovative graduates, to attract the brightest minds from around the world, and to conduct world-class research are of fundamental value for Canada’s long-term economic growth.

The response was submitted to Industry Canada on January 24, 2014.