Monthly Communication Report

Organization:	Polytechnics Canada
Associated registration:	940122-12991-76
Communication date:	2025-11-21
Posted date:	2025-12-15

Designated Public Office Holders who participated in the communication:	Andrea Smith, A/Director General Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Nipun  Vats, Assistant Deputy Minister Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
List of Details Subject matter Detail Research and Development Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, College and Community Innovation Program; tri-council structure and funding; eligibility of polytechnics and colleges for research funding and research support; Horizon Europe and opportunities for polytechnics to engage in international research partnerships. Science and Technology Participate in all relevant policy discussions and consultations about academic research funding, business innovation and applied research; how businesses, non-profits and other enterprises benefit from innovation supports from academic institutions/polytechnics. Budget Seeking funding for the activities of polytechnics and colleges in areas including workforce development, applied research and infrastructure/equipment. Industry Supports, programs and policies designed to boost innovation and productivity; technology adoption; respond to skills needs; polytechnics and colleges as innovation intermediaries.
Responsible Officer who filed this communication report:	Sarah Watts-Rynard
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