Reappointment to ensure continued efforts to reinforce competition in the Canadian economy Ottawa – François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced the reappointment of Matthew Boswell as Commissioner of Competition for a two-year term, effective February 27, 2024. Matthew Boswell has been leading the Competition Bureau in its efforts to reinforce competition in Canada’s economy since 2019. In 2022, …
Mitch Davies to return at the helm of the NRC as it supports Canadian research and innovation Ottawa – Supporting research and innovation and connecting Canada’s researchers and entrepreneurs are essential in order to continue tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges, such as climate change and pandemic preparedness. The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) plays a pivotal role in …
Calgary – The Government of Canada continues to make significant investments in Canada’s biomanufacturing and life sciences sector by prioritizing innovative solutions and long-term domestic biomanufacturing capacity. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced a contribution of $15 million to support Northern RNA’s $50 million project through the Strategic Innovation Fund. The proposed three-year project aims to expand Northern …
Ottawa – François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, met with provincial and territorial counterparts to discuss the next steps in the Government of Canada’s efforts to stabilize food prices across the country. As part of the meeting, the Competition Bureau shared the results of its market study ꟷ Canada Needs More Grocery …
Code sets voluntary commitments for organizations to demonstrate responsible development and management of advanced generative artificial intelligence systems Ottawa – Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) technology are benefiting society in many ways, including in improving supply chain management, enhancing health care and precision medicine, and helping tackle environmental sustainability challenges. These advances, however, have also reaffirmed the urgency of …
Government of Canada also announces that Aramis Biotechnologies secured the assets needed to maintain, improve and expand Medicago’s plant-based technology platform in Canada that will enhance pandemic preparedness capabilities Québec – Following the cessation of Medicago’s operations by its parent company Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation (“MCG”) in February 2023, the Government of Canada’s objectives were threefold: maintain Medicago’s intellectual property …
Canada strengthens its commitment to work with the international community to accelerate investments and policies to reach climate targets Dubai – François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, concluded his participation at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, where he joined Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, to highlight Canada’s key accomplishments and …
More spectrum made available through the 3800 MHz spectrum auction will mean faster rollout of 5G services and improved rural connectivity Ottawa – Greater affordability, competition and reliability in the telecommunications sector are essential to Canadians. That’s why the Government of Canada is making more spectrum available to encourage competition for wireless services, improve rural connectivity and ensure the effective …
Ottawa – Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry announced that Canada has finalized a government-to-government agreement with the United States (US) government for the acquisition of up to 16 P-8A Poseidon aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Fourteen multi-mission aircraft will …
Annual SSHRC Impact Awards celebrate outstanding research contributions made by Canadian scholars OTTAWA – Social sciences and humanities research generates critical insights into the human condition—our behaviours, cultures, histories and connections with the world. The work of researchers across these disciplines provides a deeper understanding of people and societies, and helps inform policies and practices toward building a more resilient, …
