National Research Council CanadaNational Research Council CanadaCNRC_30eb587d-90ab-412e-a059-fe8d11f920f6NRC is responsible for:undertaking, assisting or promoting scientific and industrial research in different fields of importance to Canada; establishing, operating and maintaining a national science library; publishing and selling or otherwise distributing such scientific and technical information as the Council deems necessary; investigating standards and methods of measurement; working on the standardization and certification of scientific and technical apparatus and instruments and materials used or usable by Canadian industry; operating and administering any astronomical observatories established or maintained by the Government of Canada; administering NRC's research and development activities, including grants and contributions used to support a number of international activities; and providing vital scientific and technological services to the research and industrial communities. This mandate is discharged to a great extent through the operation of the NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program, the NRC Canada Institute for Scientific and Technical Information and the Canadian Technology Network. _948ae696-e3da-4013-83ac-28d293a72dc5Competitiveness and Economic ViabilityContribute to the competitiveness of Canadian industry in key sectors and to the economic viability of communities_e8a1374d-abcf-4b72-af50-63b151cecbeb1In recent years, NRC has contributed substantially to the development of Canadian technology and its commercialization both on a global scale and within our communities. To achieve even greater impact on both fronts, NRC will adapt and integrate its programs and step up its efforts on key technology development and commercialization activities, developing highly valued technologies, helping increase the innovation capacity and growth of firms, and promoting environmentally sustainable business practices.Research & DevelopmentANTICIPATE AND PERFORM R&D IN AREAS THAT WILL IMPROVE THE COMPETITIVENESS OF CANADIAN INDUSTRY_43321f02-5cd0-4b2b-8d74-008f905e3f971.1TO ANTICIPATE AND PERFORM R&D IN AREAS THAT WILL IMPROVE THE COMPETITIVENESS OF CANADIAN INDUSTRY, NRC WILLconcentrate research and development efforts on key areas, build on a portfolio approach to manage NRC programs and competencies, create a dynamic research and development environment, and increase NRC capacity to support development of technologies and the commercialization of those technologies.KEY RESULT:Increased flow of technologies into high-impact sectors of the economyIntegrated Industry SupportPROVIDE INTEGRATED INDUSTRY SUPPORT THAT ENGAGES KEY PLAYERS_fe4c405c-57e3-4a76-82a5-54c38e5621221.2TO PROVIDE INTEGRATED INDUSTRY SUPPORT THAT ENGAGES KEY PLAYERS, NRC WILLdevelop single-point gateways to NRC expertise, services and facilities, build a "quick response" capacity to serve clients, increase NRC capacity to work in large-scale, multi-disciplinary programs that take advantage of the convergence of technologies, and increase NRC's proven capacity to support major science infrastructure and technology platforms.KEY RESULT:Integrated research and development, and innovation support to industryInnovationStrengthen Canada's innovation system_ca667a47-b459-411a-b070-0977ad585e742To ensure Canada's continued global relevance as an innovator, all of Canada's innovation system stakeholders – the financial sector, every level of government, the academic community, and science and technology organizations – must work with industry toward a cohesive commercialization agenda. With a presence in every province, an extensive research and development capacity, and a history of working to connect key players in the innovation system, NRC is well positioned to act as a vital instrument for the federal government's innovation objectives.To deliver on this goal, NRC will increase its capacity to transfer technology and better integrate its strengths to improve industry's innovation power. NRC will engage key players from across the innovation system to ensure that its programs and services respond to their priorities and needs.Research & Innovation OrganizationBUILD A SUSTAINABLE AND AGILE NATIONAL RESEARCH AND INNOVATION ORGANIZATION FOR CANADA_8d06290c-7389-4515-b96f-7285f6baaa6a2.1TO BUILD A SUSTAINABLE AND AGILE NATIONAL RESEARCH AND INNOVATION ORGANIZATION FOR CANADA, NRC WILLmarket the organization's position within government as a superior target for research and development investment, attract new funding, both nationally and internationally, increase NRC's level of influence in public and private sectors, leverage NRC competencies by meeting the research and development and commercialization needs of other federal government organizations, and build a more unified NRC with a commitment to common objectives and values.KEY RESULT:A sustainable and agile NRC contributing to Canada's economic growth and quality of lifeAttracting The Best: NRC will recruit and develop top talent to lead in these strategic areas. Young, promising researchers and innovation experts will have the infrastructure, the funding and the intellectual freedom to use their knowledge and talent to create groundbreaking science and industry solutions. Canadian industry and the innovation system will benefit from a new supply of highly skilled personnel.National PrioritiesMake significant contributions to national priority areas critical to Canada's future_3a9eff49-f6cc-4745-b9c3-3cc23bec910b3NRC will focus its research excellence and multi-disciplinary competencies to address three urgent national priority areas – health and wellness, sustainable energy, and the environment – in which it can make the most significant contribution.By converging enabling technologies such as biotechnology, information technology and nanotechnology with disciplines such as manufacturing, transportation, advanced materials and construction, NRC will be able to develop new technologies that allow more sustainable economic growth and development. NRC's multidisciplinary nature, its collaborative approach and its international networks are unique assets that will be invaluable for developing solutions to complex national problems.NRC will also continue to dedicate significant resources and expertise in programs to support industry in key sectors such as aerospace, construction, information and communications technologies, life sciences and manufacturing.Strengths & CompetenciesINVEST IN AND FOCUS NRC'S UNIQUE STRENGTHS AND COMPETENCIES ON AREAS OF IMPORTANCE TO CANADA_07a2099f-695b-4cc8-9011-239d67733bd83.1TO INVEST IN AND FOCUS NRC'S UNIQUE STRENGTHS AND COMPETENCIES ON AREAS OF IMPORTANCE TO CANADA, NRC WILLarticulate and implement a retooled national approach, framework, programs and infrastructure for science contributions — in concert with federal science players, and lead federal research and development programs in chosen critical fields in collaboration with key players in those fields nationally and internationally.KEY RESULT:NRC research and development efforts better aligned to more effectively address enduring issues of the nation2006-01-012011-12-122010-02-08http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/aboutUs/corporatereports/strategy/strategy_1_e.htmlArthurColman (www.drybridge.com)colman@drybridge.com