| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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Canadians have demonstrated a remarkable ability to mobilize in response to the COVID 19 pandemic. Companies in the biomanufacturing space from coast to coast to coast have answered the call, and the government wants to recognize their work. To date, the Government of Canada has made investments of approximately $1 billion to advance industrial research and development in vaccines and pharmaceuticals, as well as biomanufacturing capacity. We will continue to partner with Canadian industry and businesses to protect Canadians from COVID-19 while building new biomanufacturing capacity as part of our recovery plan.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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Research and science are essential to creating opportunity for Canadians and finding solutions to the challenges of today and tomorrow. That’s why the Government of Canada has committed more than $10 billion since 2016 to fund research and science, and that’s why its response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been guided by research and science. To keep Canadians safe and supported through this crisis, and to build back better for everyone, we will continue to make smart investments in Canadian research and those who power it.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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A combined investment of more than $1.5 million from the Government of Canada, the Government of Quebec and Cogeco means that high-speed Internet network access is now available to 774 households and 12 businesses in the Laurentides Region.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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Increasing equity, diversity and inclusion in science and research enhances excellence, innovation and creativity and leads to more impactful results for all Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to tackling challenges encountered by under-represented and disadvantaged groups in Canadian research institutions and addressing the impacts on research at large.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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Increasing equity, diversity and inclusion in science and research enhances excellence, innovation and creativity and leads to more impactful results for all Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to tackling challenges encountered by under-represented and disadvantaged groups in Canadian research institutions and addressing the impacts on research at large.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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Increasing equity, diversity and inclusion in science and research enhances excellence, innovation and creativity and leads to more impactful results for all Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to tackling challenges encountered by under-represented and disadvantaged groups in Canadian research institutions and addressing the impacts on research at large.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
| news releases
Increasing equity, diversity and inclusion in science and research enhances excellence, innovation and creativity and leads to more impactful results for all Canadians.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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Quantum computing is a transformative technology in which Canadian researchers, businesses and workers have developed a leading global advantage. This technology will have a significant impact on the daily lives of Canadians and will be a driver of economic growth and good jobs. This is why the Government of Canada has identified it as a strategic opportunity for the country and is increasing its support to the sector.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
| media advisories
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will announce an important investment to support the development of a promising Canadian quantum computing technology. A media availability will follow the announcement.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have the power to transform lives and address global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, health care and climate change. While AI offers numerous economic opportunities for Canadians, it also poses challenges and risks.