Advocacy to boost support for university research innovation, investments, and international programs.
Advocacy to increase support for university research, including research funding and granting programs administered by the tri-council agencies (CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC) and other departments and agencies.
Support for university infrastructure, including research and learning facilities, technology resources, and sustainable campus infrastructure.
Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
Advocacy for that federal legislation, regulations, policies or programs are aligned to meet the needs of the University as well as the students, researchers, faculty members and staff which such legislation would impact.
Policies or Program
Advocacy for improvements to student supports, including but not limited to Canada Student Grants and Loans, the Canada Graduate Scholarship Program, supports for Indigenous students, and work-integrated learning programs.
Discussions with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada and other relevant departments and agencies regarding the role of universities in Canada and support for federal innovation initiatives, policies and programs.