Minister Champagne to announce major funding for Canadian science and research

January 11, 2022 – Ottawa, Ontario

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will announce major funding in support of science and research in Canada. This announcement will highlight the Government of Canada’s recognition that the Canadian academic community is crucial in driving innovation, enriching Canadian society, helping grow our economy and fostering the next generation of leading experts.

Minister Champagne will be joined by Dr. Ted Hewitt, President of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council; Dr. Michael Strong, President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research; Dr. Alejandro Adem, President of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada and Chair of the Canada Research Coordinating Committee; and profiled recipients from across Canada.

A media availability by teleconference will follow the announcement.

Date: Wednesday, January 12, 2022

Time: 10 a.m. (ET)

Location: Virtual

Live stream: Canadian Science Facebook page

Note to media

Media outlets wishing to take part in the teleconference are asked to contact ISED Media Relations (media@ised-isde.gc.ca) to receive the dial-in information.