The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) works with partners to deliver a national platform for innovation. We conduct research, support small and medium-sized enterprises to help them scale up and compete, and connect Canadian innovators to leading R&D capabilities. We also enable cross-sector partnership and collaboration in Canada and abroad.

The NRC supports industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge, and government priorities. We collaborate with over 1,000 companies a year, applying research and development (R&D) to their pressing challenges and opportunities. We provide advice and funding through our Industrial Research Assistance Program to thousands of small and medium-sized enterprises.

Our research and collaboration opportunities span a broad spectrum of activities and enable our partners to accelerate commercial development and advance research that leads to scientific breakthroughs and innovation. Working closely with our partners provides us with important insights into emerging strategic needs and future requirements for new research and technology capabilities.

Our technical and advisory services help businesses find innovative ways to overcome limited workforce resources, accelerating design cycles, and identifying and overcoming product performance limits. Our specialized services range from testing and certifications to calibration, prototyping, demonstrations, scale-up and consulting.