National Research Council Canada
As Canada's largest research and innovation organization, we drive discoveries that shape our country's future.
Services and information
Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP)
Advice, connections and funding for Canadian small and medium-sized businesses
Research and development
Research centres, facilities, products and services, IP licensing opportunities, library and data collections
Certifications, evaluations and standards
Building and construction resources, certified reference materials, Canada's official time, instrument calibration services
Challenge programs
Collaborative partnerships and funding opportunities for high-risk, high-reward research
Open calls for proposals and interest
Calls for proposals and participation in Challenge programs, international opportunities, AI Assist and more
Contact us
About the National Research Council of Canada
Minister
The Honourable Mélanie Joly
Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
President
Mitch Davies
President of the National Research Council of Canada
Features
Climate change and environmental research
Learn how the NRC is fighting climate change and addressing major Canadian and international environmental challenges
Indigenous collaborations
Learn about the work underway within the NRC and with Indigenous collaborators