Save the Date for CSPC 2025!
CSPC 2025 will be held from Nov 19-21, 2025 at the Westin Ottawa Hotel.
Canada’s Largest Science and Innovation Policy Hub
The Canadian Science Policy Centre is a non-profit, non-partisan, and non-advocate organization. It serves as an inclusive Hub, Knowledge mobilizer, and Talent incubator to bridge the systematic gaps in the Canadian STI ecosystem.
CSPC is pleased to present its Strategic Plan for the period 2025-2030.
Imagining Canada’s Future: Connecting Science, Innovation and Policy for Greater Prosperity.
Connection Hub
To facilitate cross-sectoral, cross-regional, and multidisciplinary connection
Knowledge Mobilizers
To enhance STI policy interface
Talent Incubator
To train a new generation of multidisciplinary STI policy professionals
CSPC Programs
CSPC 2025 Conference Registration
The 17th annual Canadian Science Policy Conference (CSPC) will be held in person from November 19th to 21st, 2025.
National Conversation on Canada’s Innovation Strategy
The Innovation Strategy Project aims to generate national discussions, led by the private sector, on Canada’s long term strategy.
Innovation Strategy Editorials
CSPC’s new editorial series for Canada’s Innovation Strategy features 33 opinion pieces by thought leaders from industry, academia, and nonprofits, contributing to the National Conversation on Innovation Strategy.
CSPC 2025 Conference Themes and Topics
CSPC 2025 Overarching Theme – Toward a resilient future for Canada: Mobilizing science, knowledge and innovation
Science Policy Conference 2024
16th Canadian Science Policy Conference – Empowering Society: The Transformative Value of Science, Knowledge, and Innovation.
CSPC Editorials
CSPC publishes original opinion pieces on a wide range of science, innovation, policy and societal issues.
Science Meets Parliament
Science Meets Parliament strengthens systematic connections between science and parliamentarians at the federal and provincial levels.
Canadian Science Policy Magazine
The annual magazine presents the thoughts of the greatest minds, both established and emerging in the Canadian science and innovation policy landscape through the Canadian Science Policy Magazine.
Brain Health Editorials
The Brain Health Editorial Series features 7 expert editorials exploring Canada’s brain health challenges and opportunities, highlighting research, policy development, and collaborative strategies to advance innovation and national brain health.
Awards
CSPC recognizes individuals who exceptionally contribute to the fields of science and innovation policy. These awards include: Lifetime Achievement Award, Trailblazer Awards, and Youth Award.
Cercle Francophone
In collaboration with the Fonds de Recherche du Québec (FRQ), the Cercle Francophone fosters collaboration between CSPC and Francophone communities, promoting French-language participation in science and innovation policy.
Awards Ceremony 2024
Want to know more? Read their contributions and proposals and see past winners here:
Congratulations to the CSPC 2024 Science Policy Award Winners:
Lifetime Achievement Award Winner:
Trailblazer Award (Policy for Science) Winner:
Trailblazer Award (Science for Policy) Winner:
Trailblazer Award (Innovation Policy) Winner:
Trailblazer Award (Science & Society) Winner:
Science Policy Youth Award Winner:
Publications + Media
November 14, 2025
Climate Action and Community Health Program Integration: Empowering Local Actors for Health Security and Community Resilience
October 16, 2025
System Integration and Dual Technologies: A Stronger Role for Knowledge Institutions
October 16, 2025
Defence Innovation in Higher Education: The Case for University Affiliated Research Centres in Canada
October 16, 2025
We must move quickly to build out our defence research ecosystem. Universities are the answer
October 16, 2025
Defence Spending as a Catalyst for Innovation — and How to Avoid the Dual-Use Mirage
March 19, 2025
Promoting science in French: a driving force for the economy and science diplomacy in the French-speaking world
March 19, 2025
Le Réseau Circé : construire des communautés et soutenir la diversité des savoirs en français
March 19, 2025
Intelligence artificielle et logiciels de traduction automatique des publications scientifiques : vers une meilleure visibilité du français dans la recherche ?
March 19, 2025
L’Université d’été de la Francophonie : un dispositif mondial de l’AUF pour soutenir la recherche et la publication en langue française
2024/25 Featured Editorials
November 9, 2024
Governance In The Digital Era: Three Pathways For The Future Of Public Policy And Administration
November 9, 2024
From Legacy To Leadership: Parks Canada’s Role In Shaping Conservation And Resilience
November 9, 2024
Building A World-leading Life Sciences Workforce: Training The Next Generation Of Canadian Talent
November 9, 2024
Investing In Canada’s Innovation Pipeline: Why Supporting Today’s Researchers Shapes Tomorrow’s Economy
November 9, 2023
Building Better Bantings: Connecting Canada’s Postdoctoral Fellows is critical for Canada’s scientific future
November 9, 2023
Reconciliation Through Research: Better Policy and Decisions through the Braiding of Indigenous and Western Knowledges
November 9, 2023
"Nothing about us without us": How Simon Fraser University is Building a Different Kind of Medical School
November 9, 2023
The essential and hidden role of Accessibility in Canadian science policy partaking process
November 9, 2023
The Vital Role of Science in Enhancing Canada’s Resilience to Natural Hazards and Climate Change
November 9, 2023
Securing our common future: the bold path for transformative conservation in Canada
November 9, 2023
Investing in research has underpinned Canada’s success. At a time of uncertainty, this consensus must continue.
November 9, 2023
Science diplomacy: Balancing international scientific collaboration and national security
November 9, 2023
Innovative Solutions Shaping Our Future: Meeting Challenges, Building Infrastructure, and Transforming Housing in Canada
October 31, 2023
De la vision à l’action : le parcours du Comité de coordination de la recherche au Canada
November 29, 2022
Taking the time to connect – reflections on the Canadian Science Meets Parliament program
November 29, 2022
Science Meets Parliament 2022: Forging new links between scientists and policy makers
November 29, 2022
The pandemic, the antibiotic crisis, and the importance of science and Parliament to meet
November 29, 2022
Enabling the next generation through Critical Racial Literacy (CRL): A Call to Action on equity, diversity, and Inclusiveness
November 29, 2022
Global Governance of Genomic Data: A Dynamic Ecosystem to Promote the Development of Precision Medicine
November 29, 2022
How Disinformation Became an Existential threat to Canada’s Democratic Institution
November 28, 2022
Support Our Science: The Need for Increased Graduate Students and Post Doctoral Scholars in Canada
November 28, 2022
Getting innovative with research support to tackle complex challenges like climate change and global health
November 16, 2022
Innover en appuyant la recherche pour remédier aux problèmes complexes tels que les changements climatiques et la santé mondiale
November 16, 2022
Science et lutte contre l’insécurité alimentaire mondiale : une histoire de réussite canadienne
June 19, 2022
Blanket solutions are not enough to protect scientists amidst the Ukraine-Russia crisis
November 29, 2021
Sustaining the Blue Belt: Suggestions for Forward Thinking Policy to Protect Great Lakes Food Fisheries
November 29, 2021
Enhancing Capacity Building for the Next Generation of Science Policy Leaders in the Post-Pandemic Era
November 29, 2021
Inclusive Innovation Key to Unlocking Full Potential of Canada’s Innovation Ecosystem
November 29, 2021
Intersections Between Next Generation Researchers and Science Policy in Canada – Past, Present and Future
December 4, 2020
Strength in Numbers: How Canada’s federal granting agencies joined forces in the response to COVID-19
December 4, 2020
Connecting and Galvanizing the Next Generation through the CSPC: A Volunteer’s Anecdote
December 4, 2020
Three’s a crowd: A challenging blend of workspaces, social media, and personal identity during COVID-19.
CSPC Magazine
- Nov 14, 2025
Rinaldo Jeanty
- Nov 14, 2025
Nadine Caron
- Nov 14, 2025
Akalewold T. Gebremeskel
- Oct 20, 2025
Mehrdad Hariri
See the latest CSPC editorials
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CSPC is Canada’s most comprehensive, multi-sectoral, and multidisciplinary forum for emerging issues of science, technology and innovation policy. Let us Bring your Brand, Message, and Ideas to the Biggest Science and Innovation Policy Forum in Canada. CSPC’s Partnership Program provides an exciting array of possibilities for public, private and not-for-profit sector stakeholders to showcase their importance in Canada’s science, technology, and innovation policy ecosystem.
SMP Sponsorship
Science Meets Parliament is a transformative program designed to foster stronger connections between the science and policy communities. The program provides unique opportunities for Early Career Researchers to engage with policymakers, gain a deeper understanding of the policymaking process, and contribute to evidence-informed decisions.
Become a Volunteer
Are you passionate about the intersection of science and policy? Join our vibrant community of volunteers and help shape science policy in Canada! Contribute your passion and skills, collaborate with like-minded individuals, unleash your potential and make a meaningful impact on key initiatives!