Imagining Canada’s Future: Connecting Science, Innovation, and Policy for Greater Prosperity
The Canadian Science Policy Centre is pleased to present its Strategic Plan for the period 2025-2030.
The plan has benefited from a series of excellent discussions with numerous organizations in the Canadian science ecosystem. In our strategic plan we lay out three pillars of action:
- Vision – An interconnected, dynamic, and inclusive science, technology, and innovation policy ecosystem that unlocks Canada’s full socio-economic potential for the benefit of all Canadians.
- Mission – CSPC’s mission is to serve as an inclusive hub that connects sectors, regions, and communities, mobilizes and disseminates knowledge, and develops human competencies in pursuit of a more effective and efficient STI policy ecosystem.
- Values – CSPC’s core values emphasize inclusivity, organizational independence, collaboration and ethical conduct, as described more fully below.
CSPC Values:
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Independence and Impartiality: CSPC values its independence (from government, industry, and academia), which enables it to operate impartially in its efforts and ensure inclusion of diverse perspectives and voices in our national STI policy discourse.
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Science as a Public Good: CSPC believes that science should serve the public good and be accessible and beneficial to society as a whole. Therefore, CSPC works to connect scientific and knowledge insights with policy to support national prosperity.
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Collaboration: CSPC believes in the power of collaboration to address complex challenges. It works to enhance inter- and cross-sectoral collaboration by fostering new connections and enabling inclusive dialogues between diverse stakeholders.
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Diversity & Inclusion: CSPC is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion that reflects Canada’s rich diversity in all its forms. We promote the representation of voices from across the country, ensuring diversity in perspectives and recognizing the unique strengths and challenges of different regions, sectors, and communities. Guided by principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), we strive to create an empowering environment where individuals from equity-seeking groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, and underrepresented communities, feel valued and are able to participate in the national STI policy discourse.
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Ethics & Integrity: CSPC upholds the highest ethical standards, respecting principles in research, policymaking, and the responsible use of science and technology. We prioritize integrity, transparency, and accountability to our stakeholders and society.
