Academic research underpins sound policy

The thoughtful progress of Canadian society depends upon our ability to provide scientific, evidence-informed support for our policy development.

With chief science adviser Mona Nemer’s mandate to provide advice on issues related to science and government policies including advising on ways to ensure that scientific evidence supports policy decisions,The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY ALEJANDRO ADEM

March 30, 2020

Whether it be snow, hockey, maple syrup, or health care, Canadians pride ourselves on our unique attributes. Among some of our greatest national strengths are our policies—the laws and regulatory guidelines that govern Canadians. As the president of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research C...

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