Seeking funding through Sport Canada to support the Universiade 2015 bid.
Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
Bill C-61 - An Act to amend the Copyright Act; of interest is the delivery of copyrighted information resources to library clients, particularly desk-top access; the status of 'orphan works' as relates to mass digitization projects; the use of copyrighted materials for classroom instruction at universities, the provision of service to visually and otherwise handicapped clients; and, copying for purposes of preservation.
The next budget bill in support of the federal role in post-secondary education, research and the science and technology framework.
Policies or Program
Discussions regarding intent and application process for the Canada Graduate Scholarship.
Discussions regarding possible research and development initiatives and investments stemming from the northern strategy.
Discussions regarding support for the renewal of the NSERC-administered CRYSTAL program
Discussions regarding the refining and improving the application process of the Canada Excellence Research Chairs program administered through Industry Canada.
Discussions to enhance accessibility and application of Human Resources and Skills Development programs for student finance.
Discussions with Industry Canada regarding advancing opportunities and stronger linkages with industry through Mobilizing Science and Technology to Canada's Advantage.
Mobilizing Science and Technology to Canada's Advantage" in support of the science and technology framework.