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Alberta's health research and innovation strategy

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The health research and innovation strategy maps out an integrated, results-oriented approach to health research and innovation with the goals of improving health outcomes for Albertans,... More ≫

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The health research and innovation strategy maps out an integrated, results-oriented approach to health research and innovation with the goals of improving health outcomes for Albertans, increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the health system and creating economic benefits for the province. The 10-year strategy will influence the government's funding allocations and inform decisions made by agencies and private sector organizations engaged in health research in Alberta.

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Parks division science strategy

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Alberta’s growing population and shifting recreation trends create a need for innovative and effective management of our provincial parks. These parks enhance and sustain our quality of life,... More ≫

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Alberta’s growing population and shifting recreation trends create a need for innovative and effective management of our provincial parks. These parks enhance and sustain our quality of life, protect biodiversity, and promote health and wellness through outdoor recreation. In order to best manage Alberta’s parks, we must have accurate information about them, the features they protect, the opportunities they provide, and the activities they support. A considerable amount of scientific work is conducted in parks. Establishing a Science Strategy is a priority action under Alberta’s Plan for Parks . It is intended to facilitate natural and social science research and inform decision-making. It affirms the valuable role that science plays in understanding and managing parks. The strategy is also intended to provide direction to improve our capacity to undertake and manage science, simplify our management and communication of scientific information, and provide tools to facilitate the...

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Alberta's action plan : bringing technology to market

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Knowledge is a resource that never depletes itself. In a global economy where knowledge has become the new wealth, Alberta is taking control of its own future. Each of the actions outlined in this... More ≫

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Knowledge is a resource that never depletes itself. In a global economy where knowledge has become the new wealth, Alberta is taking control of its own future. Each of the actions outlined in this booklet will assist us in capturing the value of ideas and keeping the benefits here in Alberta. With these actions, we’ll be able to bring technology to the market faster. We’ll make our robust economy even stronger and more diverse. We’ll create a better environment for investors, innovation and value-added industries. And we’ll assist in creating high-paying and challenging jobs for generations to come. This Action Plan is only part of Alberta’s plan to build the Next Generation Economy. As we increase our research commitments through organizations like iCORE and our post-secondary institutions, we will continue to be a magnet for international talent. Alberta is in the process of establishing a new innovation framework and a new Premier’s Economic Council, all with a view to the Next...

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