Environment and Climate Change Canada science strategy

Science is at the center of Environment and Climate Change Canada’s (ECCC) work. It is about problem-solving. The ECCC Science Strategy 2024-2029 sets out an ambitious framework to guide departmental science activities and priorities.

The triple crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution are complex and interconnected. Addressing these threats requires the mobilization of cutting-edge science and collaboration across the Canadian innovation system.

A new strategy to reflect the current context

The Strategy tells ECCC’s science story. It describes who we are, what we do, and how we achieve our mandate as a science-based, federal organization in a rapidly evolving context. The Strategy also provides the framework and direction for scientific activities and advice over the next five years.

This Strategy aligns our work with federal priorities by identifying the key scientific activities needed to inform policies, regulations, and services to protect Canadians and their environment.

• Executive Summary of Science Strategy 2024 to 2029

An ambitious guide for departmental science and collaboration

The Strategy includes a new vision for ECCC science, alongside renewed science values, and forward-looking science directions. It promotes enhanced scientific collaboration and communication across the Government of Canada and beyond to mobilize scientific insights toward meaningful action. It champions working with other experts and leaders including provinces, territories, Indigenous communities, research institutions, and international forums.

This plan represents a strong and adaptable commitment to the role of ECCC science in achieving a greener, more sustainable future.

Reports and publications

Science and Technology Branch annual report 2023-2024
This Annual Report underscores the Science and Technology Branch (STB) commitment to science excellence with compelling examples within the frame of the Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) Science Strategy 2024-2029. STB’s 2023-2024 accomplishments demonstrate our dedication to advancing science to provide evidence and advice on environmental challenges that informs ECCC policy, programs and services, and supports fulfillment of ECCC’s mandate.

Using artificial intelligence (AI) for weather and environmental predictions
This first AI integration roadmap presents an overview on how AI can be integrated into Environment and Climate Change Canada's (ECCC) production chain for weather and environmental predictions.