Building a deep bench: Canada needs to leverage its research advantage

In addition to importing star talent, a successful talent strategy must also develop, retain, and support researchers already here and those just starting their careers.

As every Canadian hockey fan knows, you don't build a successful team with only a star player. You also need a strong farm team to build talent and increase your depth on the bench, writes David Robinson. Pexels photograph by Ron Lach

Opinion

BY DAVID ROBINSON

September 23, 2026

While the Trump administration in the United States has slashed funding and vilified its scientific community, Canada has opened its doors to top researchers looking to relocate. As Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said when announcing the first 64

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