Research at Work for Canada

The Networks of Centres of Excellence was established in 1989 as a new approach to research.

This made-in-Canada model has been acknowledged around the world as a highly effective way to strengthen a country's research capacity, build partnerships, and translate discoveries and advances into economic prosperity and a better quality of life for all citizens. The NCE programs are narrowing the gap between research and commercialization and producing research that is applicable to Canadians.

For 20 years, the NCE has challenged Canada's research community to change how applied research is conducted across the country, by linking those who carry out research with end users who will ultimately benefit from its application. It has resulted in an unprecedented level of collaboration between university researchers, graduate students, industry, public sector institutions and not-for-profit organizations. Canada has mobilized the best and brightest from across the country to collectively address many of the most pressing environmental, health, economic and other important social challenges.

• Improving the Health of Canadians
• Protecting Our Environment
• Managing Our Natural Resources
• Strengthening Public Safety and Security
• Increasing Canada's Competitiveness